A Man Who Never Was (1990)
In the final weeks of the existence of the Soviet empire, a number of unusual films were released. In this wry Estonian comedy, a woman with an unusual talent for mimicry which eventually earns her a career on the radio between WWII and the Russian resettlement of that country (with a corresponding deportation of millions of Estonians to Siberia). In an absurd fashion, her self-generate sound effects help her get out of all sorts of scrapes with the authorities. When those fail, her incredible nonchalance succeeds. By the end of the film, it becomes clear that she has bestowed her inimitable imitative gift on her newborn son, as well.
Director: Peeter Simm
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date: March 18, 1990
Cast
Screenplay
Music: Tõnu Raadik
Cinematography: Ago Ruus
Editing: Sirje Haagel
Production: Tallinnfilm
Country: Soviet Union
Language: Eesti
Original Language: et
More Films by Director: Peeter Simm
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Man Who Never Was about?
- In the final weeks of the existence of the Soviet empire, a number of unusual films were released. In this wry Estonian comedy, a woman with an unusual talent for mimicry which eventually earns her a career on the radio between WWII and the Russian resettlement of that country (with a corresponding deportation of millions of Estonians to Siberia). In an absurd fashion, her self-generate sound effects help her get out of all sorts of scrapes with the authorities. When those fail, her incredible nonchalance succeeds. By the end of the film, it becomes clear that she has bestowed her inimitable imitative gift on her newborn son, as well.
- Who directed A Man Who Never Was?
- A Man Who Never Was was directed by Peeter Simm.
- Who stars in A Man Who Never Was?
- A Man Who Never Was stars Katri Khorma, Tõnu Kilgas, Jüri Krjukov, Rita Raave, Tõnu Raadik, Andres Lepik.
- How long is A Man Who Never Was?
- A Man Who Never Was has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
- What genre is A Man Who Never Was?
- A Man Who Never Was is a Drama film.
- Where was A Man Who Never Was produced?
- A Man Who Never Was was produced in Soviet Union.