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Kalashnikov

  • 2020
  • 1h 50m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
5.7K
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Yura Borisov in Kalashnikov (2020)
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Wounded as a tank driver in 1941 during World War II, Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov sees the latest Soviet machine gun fail. As he's also an inventor, he starts making improvements and in... Read allWounded as a tank driver in 1941 during World War II, Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov sees the latest Soviet machine gun fail. As he's also an inventor, he starts making improvements and in 1947 ends up creating the AK-47 assault rifle.Wounded as a tank driver in 1941 during World War II, Mikhail Timofeyevich Kalashnikov sees the latest Soviet machine gun fail. As he's also an inventor, he starts making improvements and in 1947 ends up creating the AK-47 assault rifle.

  • Director
    • Konstantin Buslov
  • Writers
    • Sergei Gorbunov
    • Anatoliy Usov
    • Sergei Bodrov
  • Stars
    • Yura Borisov
    • Olga Lerman
    • Artur Smolyaninov
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    5.7K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Konstantin Buslov
    • Writers
      • Sergei Gorbunov
      • Anatoliy Usov
      • Sergei Bodrov
    • Stars
      • Yura Borisov
      • Olga Lerman
      • Artur Smolyaninov
    • 48User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins total

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    Yura Borisov
    Yura Borisov
    • Mikhail Kalashnikov
    Olga Lerman
    Olga Lerman
    • Katya
    Artur Smolyaninov
    Artur Smolyaninov
    • Captain Lyutyy
    Sergey Gazarov
    Sergey Gazarov
    • Krotov
    Vitaliy Khaev
    Vitaliy Khaev
    • Kurbatkin
    Anatoliy Lobotskiy
    • Glukhov
    Valeriy Barinov
    Valeriy Barinov
    • Degtyaryov
    Valeriy Afanasev
    Valeriy Afanasev
    • Marshal Voronov
    Igor Khripunov
    Igor Khripunov
    • Degtyaryov's Deputy
    Aleksey Vertkov
    Aleksey Vertkov
    • Lobov
    Dmitriy Bogdan
    Dmitriy Bogdan
    • Sudaev
    Dmitriy Kulichkov
    Dmitriy Kulichkov
    • Major Lebedev
    Maksim Bityukov
    Maksim Bityukov
    • Kazakov
    Seydulla Moldakhanov
    Seydulla Moldakhanov
    • Lieutenant Colonel Basarov
    Mikhail Gudoshnikov
    • Zhenya Kravchenko
    Eldar Kalimulin
    • Zaytsev
    Yuriy Loparyov
    Yuriy Loparyov
    • Kuzmich
    Saveliy Kudryashov
    • Misha Kalashnikov in Childhood
    • Director
      • Konstantin Buslov
    • Writers
      • Sergei Gorbunov
      • Anatoliy Usov
      • Sergei Bodrov
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews48

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    7ops-52535

    well worth a view

    Its a russian production, and its russian patriotism and agenda, so swallow that pill and hide it in your bile gland, and take part in this neatly made story about mr.khalashnikov, born and raised in kazakhstan, with bloodline to turkmenistan, famous through history for his inventions, mostly weaponry, with semi and full automatic rifles and machineguns giving him most fame.

    its also a lovestory, very cliched, and its a humble comedy to those who can take a russian joke for what it is. the cast and especially the main male does a great apperance, but the the whole cast delivers. if you like old locomotives and historic railways, this is like winning the lottery, so great production management and hoice of location.

    its a fair biographical drama, with the ideological humps in the road for us living under the nato umprella the last 70 years, ive never held an ak-47, and will probably not, but they say it works like a tank, sturdy and polite. so if you will have a primetime candy then the grumpy old man recommends
    7MongoLloyd

    Pretty cool if you can stand the Americanized dubbing.

    I was really looking forward to watching this but every time a character spoke in that cheesy Americanized dialect, it just sucked the life out of it. The production value is amazing and casting is very good and of course the true epic journey of creating the AK 47 is pretty epic. Not sure why they didn't at least use Russian accented English voice actors and keep to the original as-written dialog. I would suggest watching the original Russian language version.
    7bjackson-739-450552

    Entertaining and worth a watch

    I just saw the English dubbed version of this film and the voice actors did a pretty good job. Don't know how accurate this was compared to the real history, but it sure was entertaining and kept my interest right to the very end. Propaganda, so what? You'd be hard pressed to find any fictional movie, docudrama, documentary, or fact based movie of similar genre that doesn't have propaganda. Hell, the Americans are experts on it and I wish us Canadians were better at it.
    rick_baretton

    Unveiling the Legacy of a Weapon

    In "Kalashnikov (2020)," the intriguing tale of the iconic assault rifle AK-47 and its journey through the Soviet Union unfolds. The film delves into the intricate backstory and technological advancement of this renowned firearm.

    However, the portrayal of the AK-47's character feels somewhat one-dimensional, lacking depth. The film occasionally exhibits overt displays of Soviet pride, veering into propagandistic territory and diminishing its overall credibility.

    Nevertheless, the scenes depicting the AK-47's testing are undeniably impressive, showcasing the weapon's formidable power and enduring impact.

    "Kalashnikov (2020)" offers a captivating perspective on the genesis of a weapon that has left an indelible mark on history, despite some shortcomings in character development and narrative authenticity.
    7121mcv

    Worth a watch

    While the dubbing is an unfortunate aspect for none English speaking films I do prefer the move to be dubbed. An interesting story about the most famous gun in world ... the acting is just above average (6/10) the the script cinematography and plot is above average.

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    • Trivia
      Mikhail Kalashnikov in his final days wrote to the head of Russia's Orthodox church shortly before his death, stating he was afflicted with spiritual torment. Kalashnikov, who died 23 December, 2014 aged 94, told Patriarch Kirill he felt responsible for the millions of deaths caused by his revolutionary assault rifle. He wrote... "My spiritual pain is unbearable. I keep asking the same insoluble question. If my rifle deprived people of life then can it be that I as a Christian and an orthodox believer, was to blame for their deaths?"
    • Goofs
      Michail Kalashnikov could not meet his brother Victor as a prisoner on the train as he was freed long before the war.
    • Quotes

      Zhenya Kravchenko: So we'll have to eyeball it. Measure until we get it right.

    • Connections
      Referenced in Evening Urgant: Yury Borisov/Netta (2020)

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    • Release date
      • February 19, 2020 (Russia)
    • Country of origin
      • Russia
    • Official site
      • google
    • Language
      • Russian
    • Also known as
      • AK-47
    • Filming locations
      • Moscow, Russia(Mosfilm Studios)
    • Production company
      • RB Production
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    • Budget
      • RUR 1,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,593,464
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 50m(110 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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