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Wish upon a Pike
Adapted from four different Russian folk-tales, this early Soviet fantasy film tells the story of Emelya the Fool, who, fishing one day, catches a talking pike who pleads for his life and in return grants Emelya wishes for a life spared.
| Release : | 1938 |
| Rating : | 6.8 |
| Studio : | Soyuzdetfilm, |
| Crew : | Production Design, Director of Photography, |
| Cast : | Pyotr Savin Georgi Millyar Vladimir Lepko Andrey Fayt Lev Potyomkin |
| Genre : | Fantasy Family |
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Please don't spend money on this.
best movie i've ever seen.
There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes
Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.
A wonderful example of prewar Soviet cinematography has been recently released on DVD in Russia. The story is based on a well known folk tale about a magical pike. The movie uses details from other fairy tales to add the flavor. The digital restoration makes this beautiful black and white movie enjoyable to watch. Acting is very spirited, yet do not expect modern "professional" acting nor 21-st century digital effects. Have your imagination run wild watching the magically propelled wood stove.Unfortunately, the DVD has only original Russian track. Neither translation nor subtitles are available.
