Our country has experienced many dramatic events that left a deep and painful mark on the fate of several generations. One of them is the Civil War, which was the result of the October Revolution of 1917 . In the Soviet period and in our time, a huge number of art and documentary films have been shot devoted to this dramatic page in the history of Russia. Films about the revolution and the Civil War reflect a difficult period in the history of our country. We suggest recalling the best paintings from this category.
"White Sun of the Desert"
A cult film about the adventures of the Red Army Sukhov in Central Asia during the Civil War. Returning to his homeland, he meets a detachment of the Red Army, busy catching a gang of Basmachi under the command of Black Abdullah. The advancement of the fighters is delayed by the harem of the leader of the bandits, and the women are left in the care of Sukhov and the young Red Army soldier Petrukh.
Chapaev
The best Soviet films about the Civil War and the Revolution are represented by the famous picture about one of the most famous historical figures of those years - beginning with Vasily Ivanovich Chapaev. The film was shot in 1934. It is based on the novel of the same name by Furmanov and the diaries of the writer, as well as the memoirs of his colleagues.
Moundsund
Films about the Civil War are continued by the picture taken based on the novel of the same name by Valentin Pikul.
In the center of the plot of the film are soldiers and officers of the Baltic Fleet of the Russian Empire. The action in the film takes place from 1915 to 1917. Against the backdrop of mounting revolutionary sentiments, the main character of the film, Senior Lieutenant Artyenyev, takes part in the dramatic defense of the Moonsund Archipelago. The goal of the remaining loyal oath of soldiers and officers of the Baltic Fleet is to prevent the breakthrough of German troops to Petrograd.
"Run"
The list of films about the Civil War is continued by a picture created on the basis of several works by Mikhail Bulgakov: "Running", "Black Sea" and "White Guard".
1920, the south of Russia. The Red Army is winning. The remnants of the White Guards and their sympathizers are forced to leave the country. People from various social circles find themselves in exile. Part of the fugitives adjoins General Khludov - one of the last officers fighting against the troops of the Red Army. He understands that he will never win this war, but continues to give out orders and execute the rebellious.
“Running” is a happy exception to the rules of Soviet film distribution. Despite the fact that in the picture the supporters of the white movement are shown not from a sharply negative side, the film was allowed to be shown.
“Two comrades served”
This is a film about the Civil War in Russia, in which events are shown from the point of view of two warring parties. Fighters of the Red Army Nekrasov (the son of a priest) and Karjakin, on the instructions of the command, must remove enemy positions from the airplane to the movie camera. They first fall into the hands of the Makhnovists, and then, taken by their units as disguised White Guards, miraculously avoid being shot.
At the same time, an officer of the former tsarist army Brusnetsov after the defeat of the White Guards at Perekop fled to Sevastopol. On the way, Karjakin notices him, but Nekrasov, who spared the White Guard, keeps him from firing. Brusentsov uses the last cartridge and kills Nekrasov who saved him. Having caught a steamer leaving the country, he cannot stand it when his horse dives into the water and floats behind the ship, and shoots himself.
"Commissioner"
This feature film about the Civil War in Russia has a complicated history. Filmed in 1967, it was banned from showing for 20 years. For director Alexander Askoldov, the tape was the first and last work in the cinema. He was fired from the studio for filming his thesis and expelled from the party. They planned to destroy the picture, but, according to the director, he secretly made a copy of his film from the editing. The show of the “Commissar” became possible only during the years of perestroika.
The plot of the picture is the story of the military commissar Claudia Vavilova performed by Nonna Mordyukova. The film has high artistic value and has received recognition among filmmakers, has been awarded many international awards. The Soviet performer for the role of Vavilova entered the top ten leading actresses of the 20th century.
Days of the Turbins
A three-part television movie created on the basis of the play of the same name. The latest film adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel “The White Guard”.
The plot of the picture is based on the story of the fate of the intelligentsia during the Civil War and the Revolution in Russia, using the example of the Turbins family. The action takes place in Kiev in 1918. The city passes from the hands of one winner to another, power is constantly changing: Petliura, Directory, Bolsheviks. Brothers Alexey and Nikolai Turbiny remain faithful to the white movement, while the husband of Elena, their sisters, flees from the city, leaving his wife to the mercy of fate. In this difficult time for the country, Turbines remain faithful to traditions and celebrate the New Year with close friends.
Bumbarash
Comedy tape, which was based on the eponymous novel by Arkady Gaidar. Private Bumbarash, whom everyone, including his beloved girl, considers dead, is returning home from Austrian captivity. He had plenty of war and now dreams of the simplest things: getting married, building his own house, new life. His native places meet him with a chaos of events - power is constantly changing. Semyon Bumbarash thought that he was coming from the front, and again came to the war in his native village.
“Adjutant of His Excellency”
A five-part film about the work of the scout Pavel Koltsov during the Civil War. The Chekist in 1919 was sent to the Volunteer Army. On the way, Koltsov and other officers fell into the hands of the "green", but thanks to the bold actions of the scout, they manage to escape. The Commander-in-Chief of the Volunteer Army appoints Koltsov as his adjutant. He conducts several secret operations and successfully passes the verification of his legend by counterintelligence.
Yuri Solomin brilliantly played the Red Chekist, who received the title of "Honored Artist of the RSFSR" for this role.
Children's and youth films about the revolution and events of 1918 - 1922
Films about the Civil War were also shot for young and young viewers.
The Red Devils, a story by Pavel Blyakhin, was written in the midst of the battles between the Red and White armies. She became one of the first books about the Civil War. In 1967, the adventure film "The Elusive Avengers" was released on the screens - an adaptation of the story of Blyakhin. The picture was incredible success not only in children but also in adult viewers. This made it possible to shoot two more films, the continuation of the adventures of elusive avengers.
The picture takes place during the Civil War in the Black Sea region. The detachment of the chieftain Burnash runs in the steppes of the Kherson region and robs the civilian population. Four friends affected by the tyranny of the bandits swear revenge on Burnash. One of them, Danka, under the guise of the son of an old friend of the chieftain, enters the detachment, but they reveal him. Friends are trying to save Danka from the execution of an enemy who fell into the hands of an enemy. Semyon Budyonny learns about their exploits and invites young avengers to join the Red Army.
“Dirk” is the first part of the trilogy, based on the novels of Boris Rybakov. The three-part adventure film was released in 1973 and immediately became one of the most popular films about the Civil War. Misha Polyakov and his friends, Genka and Slava, are trying to uncover the secret of the dagger, who came to them from the hands of the commander of the Red Army Field. In his absence, friends begin an investigation. They find out that the weapons belonged to a naval officer who served on the battleship Empress Maria. But dangerous adversaries are hunting for the dagger - the White Guard, and now the leader of the gang, Nikitsky and his right hand Filin.
Modern Russian films about the Civil War
Admiral is a wonderful modern picture about the Civil War in Russia. The plot focuses on the story of Alexander Vasilievich Kolchak, one of the prominent participants in the White Guard movement, the admiral and the Supreme Ruler of Russia. The events in the film cover the period from 1916 to 1920 - the February and October Revolutions and the Civil War. An active participant in all these events, Kolchak remained faithful to his convictions, oath and military duty.
The film received high marks from critics and was a great success with the audience. A 10-episode television version of the painting was prepared for broadcast on television.
The best documentaries about civil wars
“Secrets of the October Revolution of 1917: Truth and Fiction” - a picture of 2001, offering viewers to get acquainted with the riddles and interesting versions associated with the change of power in 1917. On whose money was the revolution made, and what forces stood behind the events of those years?
“Russians Without Russia” is a series of documentary films dedicated to the leaders of the White movement, shot by Nikita Mikhalkov. Each program tells about one famous historical figure, her participation in the events of those years and life in exile. The cycle mentions: Kolchak, Denikin, Wrangel, the Behrens brothers.
Conclusion
Films about the Civil War in Russia, the list of which is presented in the article, are of great interest from a historical and artistic point of view and will be informative for different generations of viewers. The advantage of such paintings lies in the fact that they not only talk about important points in Russian history, but also form an interest in its study.