The Queen of Spades (1910)
Based on Pushkin's short story: When his friends play faro, Germann always enjoys watching, but he never gambles himself. One day, as he is watching their game, he learns that an elderly countess staying nearby is said to possess a secret for winning a fortune at the game. Germann is determined to learn this secret from her, and he initiates a romance with her grand-daughter Liza, in order to improve his chances.
Director: Pyotr Chardynin
Genre: Horror, Drama
Runtime: 15 min
Release Date: December 13, 1910
Cast
- Pavel Biryukov - Herman
- Aleksandra Goncharova - Lisa
- Antonina Pozharskaya - Countess
- Andrey Gromov - Count Tomsky
Screenplay
- Alexander Pushkin (Story)
- Pyotr Chardynin (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Louis Forestier
Production: A. Khanzhonkov and Co.
Country: Russia
Language: No Language
Original Language: ru
Keywords
silent film, short film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Queen of Spades about?
- Based on Pushkin's short story: When his friends play faro, Germann always enjoys watching, but he never gambles himself. One day, as he is watching their game, he learns that an elderly countess staying nearby is said to possess a secret for winning a fortune at the game. Germann is determined to learn this secret from her, and he initiates a romance with her grand-daughter Liza, in order to improve his chances.
- Who directed The Queen of Spades?
- The Queen of Spades was directed by Pyotr Chardynin.
- Who stars in The Queen of Spades?
- The Queen of Spades stars Pavel Biryukov, Aleksandra Goncharova, Antonina Pozharskaya, Andrey Gromov.
- How long is The Queen of Spades?
- The Queen of Spades has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
- What genre is The Queen of Spades?
- The Queen of Spades is a Horror, Drama film.
- Where was The Queen of Spades produced?
- The Queen of Spades was produced in Russia.