Volga - Volga

1938·Movie
1h 44min
67
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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Funny, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Kept in the background

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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About

Widely claimed to be Joseph Stalin's favorite movie, this classic musical comedy is a must-see. The action takes place on a steamboat on the iconic Volga River, as two groups of performers travel to Moscow to perform in the Moscow Musical Olympiad.
Classic MusicalSoviet Era ComedyWholesome EntertainmentOptimistic & JoyfulCharming CharactersMusical JourneyFolk-InspiredCinematic GemFeel-Good

Crew

Directed by:
Konstantin Yudin, Grigori Aleksandrov, V. Kishmishev
Written by:
Grigori Aleksandrov, Nikolay Erdman, Mikhail Volpin
Produced by:
E. Soluyanov, V. Bryantsev, Isaak Zayonts
Composed by:
Raisa Lukina, Isaak Dunayevsky, Yevgeni Nesterov

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Is Volga - Volga worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Volga - Volga?

1 h 44 min

Volga - Volga runs 1 h 44 min.

What language is Volga - Volga in?

Russian

It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.

In how many countries can I watch Volga - Volga?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Volga - Volga in 139 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Volga - Volga use?

The Alleged CarBorn in the TheaterCall-BackThe EndEverything Is an InstrumentImpractical Musical Instrument SkillsInadvertent Entrance CueIris OutMedium AwarenessThe MusicalTime SkipWorld of Hamand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Volga - Volga, including The Alleged Car, Born in the Theater, Call-Back.

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