(Герои Шипки)

Content: Heroes of Shipka was the first solo effort for Soviet director Sergei Vasilyev, who had previously collaborated with his late brother Georgi. The film is set in 1887 during the pivotal battle between the Russians and the Turks at the Shipka Pass. Stressing the solidarity of the Soviet states, tribute is paid to the courageous Bulgarian volunteers who helped the Russians fend off their mutual enemy.

Countries:

Bulgaria,

Soviet Union

Genres:

War,

Drama,

History

Runtime:

123 minutes

Year:

1955

Directors:

Sergey Vasilev

Production companies:

Lenfilm,

Boyana Film,

Bulgaria Film

Actors:

Katorgin

Osnobishin

Cossack Sashko Kozir

Makar Lizyuta

Petka

Crews:

Writer

Director

Director of Photography

Original Music Composer

Assistant Director