The Premiere is Tonight
The Premiere is Tonight

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The Premiere is Tonight

1965
Movie
49 min
Russian

A documentary on the staging of Georgi Tovstonogov's acclaimed production of The Three Sisters at the Gorky Bolshoi Drama Theater, from the first table read to the opening night.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Herbert ColemanGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Julie inherits a theater from her recently deceased uncle. She soon discovers that his death may not have been accidental and that the theater holds dark secrets. As she delves deeper, she finds herself entangled in a web of intrigue and danger, suspecting that one of the theater's employees might be responsible.

Critical Reception

This made-for-television film received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, often noted for its suspenseful atmosphere and Gena Rowlands' performance. While not a widely distributed theatrical release, it gained a cult following for its intriguing plot and noir-like elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful buildup and effective use of a theatrical setting.

  • Gena Rowlands delivers a compelling performance as the troubled inheritor.

  • Some viewers found the plot somewhat predictable, but the atmosphere carries the film.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally produced for television as part of 'The Alfred Hitchcock Hour' anthology series, but was ultimately not aired in its original broadcast slot and was later released independently.

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