Tamara Aleksandrovna's Husband and Daughter
Tamara Aleksandrovna's Husband and Daughter

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Tamara Aleksandrovna's Husband and Daughter

1988
Movie
108 min
Russian

Daughter and husband of a teacher of the high school live in the old house at different floors of multifamily unit. When the former wife gets to hospital the girl leaves in father’s care who is a weak but kind-hearted man.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Sergei GerasimovGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

The film centers on the complex relationships within a family, focusing on the titular Tamara Aleksandrovna, her husband, and her daughter. It delves into the emotional and psychological dynamics that shape their lives, exploring themes of love, duty, and personal fulfillment against the backdrop of Soviet society.

Critical Reception

This film, by a prominent Soviet director, received a generally positive reception for its realistic portrayal of family life and its nuanced exploration of human relationships. Critics praised its strong performances and its sensitive handling of emotional themes, though some found its pacing to be deliberate.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive portrayal of domestic life.

  • Noted for strong performances from the lead actors.

  • Examined the intricacies of familial bonds with depth.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this Soviet-era film.

Fun Fact

Sergei Gerasimov, the director, also stars in the film as the husband of the titular character, Tamara Aleksandrovna.

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