The Prodigal Son (1991)

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The life of prolific Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev is portrayed through biographical, on-location flashbacks from his birth place intermingled with live concert performances from the historical Kirov (Mariinsky) Symphony Orchestra, St.Petersburg, conducted by internationally acclaimed maestro Valeriy Gergiev. These unique musical sequences give the dramatized episodes from Prokofiev's life a time-transcending significance and actuality in todays ever-changing Russia.

Director: Andrei Nekrasov
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date:
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Prodigal Son about?
The life of prolific Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev is portrayed through biographical, on-location flashbacks from his birth place intermingled with live concert performances from the historical Kirov (Mariinsky) Symphony Orchestra, St.Petersburg, conducted by internationally acclaimed maestro Valeriy Gergiev. These unique musical sequences give the dramatized episodes from Prokofiev's life a time-transcending significance and actuality in todays ever-changing Russia.
Who directed The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son was directed by Andrei Nekrasov.
How long is The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son is a Documentary film.
Where was The Prodigal Son produced?
The Prodigal Son was produced in United Kingdom.