The Young Guard (1948)

The Young Guard (1948) poster

In 1942, local teenagers are organizing the underground resistance in the city of Krasnodon during the Nazi occupation of Russia. The teens manage to outsmart the Nazis in their fight, and their activity lifts the spirits of the surviving citizens.

Director: Sergei Gerasimov
Genre: Drama, War
Runtime: 189 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Dmitri Shostakovich
Cinematography: Vladimir Rapoport
Production: Gorky Film Studios
Country: Soviet Union
Language: Pусский
Original Language: ru
More Films by Director: Sergei Gerasimov
More Films in Genre: Drama, War

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Young Guard about?
In 1942, local teenagers are organizing the underground resistance in the city of Krasnodon during the Nazi occupation of Russia. The teens manage to outsmart the Nazis in their fight, and their activity lifts the spirits of the surviving citizens.
Who directed The Young Guard?
The Young Guard was directed by Sergei Gerasimov.
Who stars in The Young Guard?
The Young Guard stars Vladimir Ivanov, Inna Makarova, Nonna Mordyukova, Sergei Gurzo, Vyacheslav Tikhonov, Klara Luchko.
How long is The Young Guard?
The Young Guard has a runtime of 3h 9m (189 minutes).
What genre is The Young Guard?
The Young Guard is a Drama, War film.
Where was The Young Guard produced?
The Young Guard was produced in Soviet Union.