1812 (1912)

1812 (1912) poster

Made in 1912, this film has become known as one of the greatest pieces of pre-Soviet cinema. The silent film tells the story of the Patriotic war of 1812 when Napoleon attempted to invade Russia. This joint French and Russian film sparked major excitement in Moscow at its premier screening and continues to entertain audiences throughout the world today. The 32-minute silent film was the point of origin for some of the more advanced camera techniques used today. Sirotin of the Voice of Russia said that, “The film is interesting to spectators even today and is frequently shown both in Russia and abroad.”

Director: Aleksandr Uralsky, Kai Hansen, Vasiliy Goncharov
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 41 min
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Production: A. Khanzhonkov and Co., Pathé
Country: France, Russia
Language: No Language
Original Language: xx
More Films by Director: Aleksandr Uralsky, Kai Hansen, Vasiliy Goncharov
More Films in Genre: Drama, History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1812 about?
Made in 1912, this film has become known as one of the greatest pieces of pre-Soviet cinema. The silent film tells the story of the Patriotic war of 1812 when Napoleon attempted to invade Russia. This joint French and Russian film sparked major excitement in Moscow at its premier screening and continues to entertain audiences throughout the world today. The 32-minute silent film was the point of origin for some of the more advanced camera techniques used today. Sirotin of the Voice of Russia said that, “The film is interesting to spectators even today and is frequently shown both in Russia and abroad.”
Who directed 1812?
1812 was directed by Aleksandr Uralsky, Kai Hansen, Vasiliy Goncharov.
Who stars in 1812?
1812 stars Pavel Knorr, Aleksandra Goncharova, Andrey Gromov, Vasiliy Goncharov, A. Veskov, Vasiliy Serezhnikov.
How long is 1812?
1812 has a runtime of 41m (41 minutes).
What genre is 1812?
1812 is a Drama, History film.
Where was 1812 produced?
1812 was produced in France, Russia.