Overview

Heroes of Shipka was the first solo effort for Soviet director Sergei Vasilyev, who had previously collaborated with his late brother Georgi. The film is set in 1887 during the pivotal battle between the Russians and the Turks at the Shipka Pass. Stressing the solidarity of the Soviet states, tribute is paid to the courageous Bulgarian volunteers who helped the Russians fend off their mutual enemy.

Cast

Ivan Pereverzev, Viktor Avdyushko, Georgiy Yumatov, Konstantin Sorokin, Apostol Karamitev, Evgeniy Samoylov, Petko Karlukovsky, Zheni Bozhinova

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What is "Heroes of Shipka" about?

Heroes of Shipka was the first solo effort for Soviet director Sergei Vasilyev, who had previously collaborated with his late brother Georgi. The film is set in 1887 during the pivotal battle between the Russians and the Turks at the Shipka Pass. Stressing the solidarity of the Soviet states, tribute is paid to the courageous Bulgarian volunteers who helped the Russians fend off their mutual enemy.

When was "Heroes of Shipka" released?

Heroes of Shipka was released in 1955.

Who stars in "Heroes of Shipka"?

The cast includes Ivan Pereverzev, Viktor Avdyushko, Georgiy Yumatov, Konstantin Sorokin.