The Burden of Fire (2013)
In 1982, a fire broke out in the Soviet Antarctic research station Vostok and destroyed the station's power plant. The expedition was left without light or heating right before the four-month long polar night set in, with an outside temperature of -70 °C. The men decided not to ask for help, because they knew that it was nowhere to be found.
Director: Riho Västrik
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: April 16, 2013
Screenplay
Music: Tiit Kikas
Cinematography: Arvo Vilu
Editing: Liina Triškina-Vanhatalo
Production: Vesilind
Country: Estonia
Language: Eesti, Pусский
Original Language: et
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Burden of Fire about?
- In 1982, a fire broke out in the Soviet Antarctic research station Vostok and destroyed the station's power plant. The expedition was left without light or heating right before the four-month long polar night set in, with an outside temperature of -70 °C. The men decided not to ask for help, because they knew that it was nowhere to be found.
- Who directed The Burden of Fire?
- The Burden of Fire was directed by Riho Västrik.
- How long is The Burden of Fire?
- The Burden of Fire has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is The Burden of Fire?
- The Burden of Fire is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Burden of Fire produced?
- The Burden of Fire was produced in Estonia.