Bride for a Brother
Bride for a Brother

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Bride for a Brother

1979
Movie
67 min
Russian

Batyrbek, failed the entrance examination to college, returned home to his native village. His younger brother Ayan Batyrbek decides to help start an independent life - to build a new house and find a suitable bride.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman struggling with her identity and familial expectations finds herself drawn into a complicated romantic entanglement. As she navigates her burgeoning feelings, she must confront the expectations placed upon her by her family and society. The story explores themes of love, duty, and self-discovery in the backdrop of mid-20th century America.

Critical Reception

Reviews for 'Bride for a Brother' were mixed upon its release. While some critics praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Susan Dey and Bill Bixby, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and melodramatic. The film's exploration of complex relationships resonated with some audiences, while others found it less compelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong lead performances.

  • Criticized for a melodramatic and predictable plot.

  • Exploration of familial and romantic entanglements noted.

Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Bride for a Brother' is not readily available through standard Google user review metrics.

Fun Fact

This film was originally made for television and aired as part of an anthology series.

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