Based on a Anton Chekhov short story, this slight tale has some good moments as the drama of a young boy's journey unfolds. The lad comes from peasant stock, and one day his family decides it would be best for him to go live with his uncle in the city. The only problem is that the city is all the way across the Russian steppes, and at this time in history, that arduous journey could only be undertaken by horse and carriage. Reminiscent of the American pioneer wagon trains heading West, the tale lacks any attacks from hostile forces but is filled with charming vignettes. In one part of the journey, the boy comes across some fishermen along a river, harpooning their catch for the day. In another segment, he is entertained when some folk dancers do a lively show. But in general, it is too long and unmomentous a journey to hold attention well for nearly two hours.
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The Steppe Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Paolo Stoppa
He was 55, 81 years old when he died
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Milan Srdoč
He was 42, 68 years old when he died
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as Vassia |
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Marina Vlady
She was 23, now 86 years old
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as Comtesse Dranitsky |
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Pavle Vuisić
He was 35, 62 years old when he died
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as Kuzmiciov |
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Stole Aranđelović
He was 31, 62 years old when he died
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as Kiriuka |
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Charles Vanel
He was 69, 96 years old when he died
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as Pére Christophore |
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Mira Stupica
She was 38, 93 years old when she died
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as Nastasia |
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Ljuba Tadić
He was 32, 76 years old when he died
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as Jemelian |
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Milan Bosiljčić
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Cristina Gaioni
She was 21, now 84 years old
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as La fille du fleuve |
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Milorad Majić
He was 55, 68 years old when he died
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as Pantalei |
The Steppe Crew
| Name |
Department |
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Anton Chekhov as Novel. He was 102 (44) years old when He died
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Writing |
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Alberto Lattuada as Director. He was 47 (90) years old when He died
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Directing |
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Alberto Lattuada as Writer. He was 47 (90) years old when He died
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Writing |
