The Cranes Are Flying

1957 1h 37m ★7.9

The Cranes Are Flying

“The compelling story of a girl's impassioned search for happiness.”

Veronika and Boris come together in Moscow shortly before World War II. Walking along the river, they watch cranes fly overhead, and promise to rendezvous before Boris leaves to fight. Boris misses the meeting and is off to the front lines, while Veronika waits patiently, sending letters faithfully. After her house is bombed, Veronika moves in with Boris' family, into the company of a cousin with his own intentions.

Release Date October 12, 1957
Runtime 1h 37m
Country Soviet Union
Language Russian
Director Mikhail Kalatozov
Category Drama, Romance, War
Rating 7.9 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 1957
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