The navy has existed for several centuries and takes its count from the moment a man first launched a ship into the water, directing it to the shores of the enemy. Pictures taken about sailors and submariners are saturated with the spirit of courage and heroism.
Readers are presented to all Soviet films about sailors, list the best.
10. Battleship Potemkin | 1925 year
The legendary silent art picture “Armadillo Potemkin”(1925) is one of the cult films among the films about sailors. The events of the film are based on real historical events that took place at the beginning of the 20th century. The historical drama clearly shows the values of that time - this is, above all, the protection of human dignity, the desire for freedom, the fight against tyranny, and an attempt to achieve equality. The rebellion that arose on one of the Soviet ships entailed tragic events. Sailors who do not intend to put up with the ongoing injustice begin a protest.
9. We are from Kronstadt | 1936 year
The work of Vsevolod Vishnevsky “We are from Kronstadt”(1936) tells about the heroism of the sailors of the Baltic Fleet, who opposed the formation of Yudenich. The action takes place in 1919. The troops of the interventionists and the White Guards besieged Petrograd. Marines who defend the city from land need help. An expeditionary naval detachment from Kronstadt is organized for them, which enters the battle against the enemy. Some of the sailors are captured and killed. The only one who manages to survive is Artyom Balashov. He is entrusted with the task of leading a new expedition of sailors. The support of the Marine Corps played a crucial role in the victory of soldiers on land.
8. Admiral Nakhimov | 1946 year
Historical Drama “Admiral Nakhimov”(1946) will tell about real events that took place at the time of the Crimean War. In the center of the plot is the legendary naval commander Pyotr Nakhimov. Thanks to the professionalism of the commander, the Soviet sailors defeated the Turkish fleet and won. In 1854, the naval commander led the defense of Sevastopol and was seriously injured. The talented admiral dies. Director Vsevolod Pudovkin managed to reveal to the smallest detail the strong-willed character and the best inner qualities of Nakhimov.
7. Admiral Ushakov | 1953 year
Biographical Drama “Admiral Ushakov”(1953) - one of the best paintings about sailors. The events of the film take place during the reign of Empress Catherine the Great. Fedor Ushakov - captain of the imperial yacht. Having abandoned the court career, he asks the ruler of permission to go to the Black Sea Fleet under construction. Ushakov, along with a small detachment of sailors, is at the shipyard. The construction of the fleet is accompanied by the simultaneous training of the marine crew. At the ceremony of launching ships comes Potemkin. He favors Ushakov, in which he saw the huge potential of the naval commander. At the time of the first training voyage, Ushakov is developing a cunning tactic, the principles of which will bring the ship many naval victories.
6. Michman Panin | 1960 year
The basis of the next film about sailors “Michman Panin”(1960) laid the memories of the Bolshevik sailor Vasily Panyushkin. The hero tells of the events of 1912, when he was promoted to warrant officer. Basil is involved in the rescue of political prisoners. At the risk of his reputation and freedom, Panin dares to take 13 convicted people to his ship. The ship is sailing abroad. Returning to his homeland, the midshipman, thanks to his ingenuity and lively mind, escaped hard labor and was only demoted.
5. Optimistic tragedy | 1963 year
The following picture is about sailors “Optimistic tragedy”(1963) was filmed on the play of the same name by Vsevolod Vishnevsky. The historical drama was awarded the prize for the best embodiment of the revolutionary epic at the Kansk Film Festival. Events take place in 1918 during the Civil War on one of the Soviet ships. The ship is led by the anarchist Leader, who does not obey the power of the Bolsheviks. The Central Committee of the party sends a female commissar to the ship, who is to reform the anarchists into the First Sailor Regiment. Arrived sailors perceive negatively and threaten her with violence. But a strong woman with a tempered spirit was not shy. She does not intend to retreat and is going to convince the anarchist sailors to accept the Bolsheviks and follow them.
4. Marine character | 1970 year
Among Soviet films about sailors, the military drama “Noteworthy”Marine character”(1970). The picture, based on the stories of Leonid Sobolev, will tell about the brave and fearless foot soldiers who love their country, city and are ready to defend the fatherland until the last. This film is also about true male friendship: everyone is ready to give their lives for their close friend. The ability to confront the enemy alone and not give up to the last deserves respect. The film vividly demonstrates all the horrors of the past war and the courage of the Soviet infantry.
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One of the best Soviet-era paintings about sailors is the war film “Commander of the happy Pike”(1972). Events take place during the Great Patriotic War. The submarines of the Northern Fleet carry out raids in polar latitudes on the Shch-721 submarine. “Pike” sank a huge number of enemy ships. The Nazis were hunting for an objectionable ship, but the "Sch-721" constantly managed to slip away. Once, during the next special mission, the ship finds itself in a hopeless situation. The operation must be performed at all costs. The commander has no choice but to sacrifice his life for the sake of saving the crew and the "Pike."
2. Following my course | 1974 year
Military Soviet film “Following my course”(1974) tells about the events of 1942. German troops are heading for Sevastopol. Domestic ships repeatedly broke through to the city to deliver ammunition and provisions. Two Soviet destroyers "Swift" and "Daring" receive the next such task. The path followed by destroyers is well known to sailors. But the Nazis repeatedly mined the fairway. During the operation, “Daring” dies, and “Swift” breaks into Sevastopol. But the main tests await the crew ahead when the ship returns, crowded with wounded soldiers.
1. Single swimming | 1985 year
Soviet drama directed by Mikhail TumanishviliSolo swimming”(1985) tells the story of a military frigate and its naval crew. After a long voyage, the ship heads home. But the frigate receives a distress signal and now has to change course. The American NATO started a deadly game. The life of the crew is in their own hands. Only by showing courage and resourcefulness can tragedy be avoided.
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