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Andrei Rublev
“In much wisdom there is much grief.”
7.9 / 10• 1966• 3h 3m•R• Russian
DramaHistory
Storyline
An expansive Russian drama, this film focuses on the life of revered religious icon painter Andrei Rublev. Drifting from place to place in a tumultuous era, the peace-seeking monk eventually gains a reputation for his art. But after Rublev witnesses a brutal battle and unintentionally becomes involved, he takes a vow of silence and spends time away from his work. As he begins to ease his troubled soul, he takes steps towards becoming a painter once again.
Cast & Crew
Anatoliy Solonitsyn
Andrei Rublev
Lead
Ivan Lapikov
Kirill
Mykola Hrynko
Daniil Chornyy
Nikolai Sergeyev
Theophanus the Greek
Irma Raush
God's Fool
Nikolay Burlyaev
Boriska
Yuriy Nazarov
Grand Duke / Minor Duke
Yuriy Nikulin
Patrikey
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Andrei Tarkovsky's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Andrei Rublev is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
