11 Films by Director Andrei Tarkovsky
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Voyage in TimeMovie · 1990 · 62m · DocumentaryThis documentary-style film follows acclaimed Russian filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky's trip through Italy, which foreshadows his famous movie, Nostalghia. The film shows the beautiful Italian scenery and buildings that inspired Tarkovsky’s distinctive filmmaking style. With beautiful scenes of old cities, coastlines, and countryside, it explores Tarkovsky's thoughts on art, life, and what it means to be human. As he experiences Italian culture, the audience sees how his surroundings shaped the ideas and symbols in Nostalghia. The film also shows Tarkovsky grappling with his Russian background and the modern world, revealing his search for understanding himself as an artist.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 2
The Steamroller and the ViolinMovie · 1961 · 46m · DramaThis moving story follows seven-year-old Sasha, whose life revolves around intense violin practice driven by his parents' high expectations. As a young musical prodigy, Sasha often feels alone until he meets Sergei, a friendly steamroller worker from their wealthy Moscow neighborhood. Sergei's kindness helps Sasha find confidence.
The film portrays the honesty and fragility of childhood, examining friendship, determination, and finding oneself. The bond between Sasha and Sergei bridges their different social worlds as they connect over feelings of being isolated and discovering new things. As Sasha faces challenges in his music, Sergei's support shows that meaningful connections can happen anywhere.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 3
The KillersMovie · 1956 · 19m · Crime, DramaIn the late 1950s Soviet Union, aspiring filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky, a student at the State Institute of Cinematography, worked with classmates Marika Beiku and Aleksandr Gordon to adapt Ernest Hemingway's story "The Killers" into a film. This early work reveals Tarkovsky's talent for visual storytelling. The film follows a group of criminals carrying out a planned robbery, but their intentions become complicated when one of them starts to doubt their actions. This student film offers insight into Tarkovsky's artistic development and hints at the career he would later build in cinema.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 4
The SacrificeMovie · 1986 · 149m · DramaAlexander, a journalist, philosopher, and former actor, is celebrating his birthday with loved ones when the world changes forever. A global announcement reveals that nuclear war has begun. Amidst rising tensions and the looming threat of destruction, Alexander must find his way through the chaos, confronting questions of survival, ethics, and what it means to be human. This film explores resilience, hope, and humanity's fight to endure in the face of darkness.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 5
NostalgiaMovie · 1983 · 124m · Drama, RomanceA Russian poet named Andrei travels through Italy with his interpreter and guide, Eugenia, to investigate the life and work of a mysterious 18th-century composer. As they explore the Italian countryside and the world of classical music, Andrei and Eugenia develop a deeper connection, revealing personal complexities and cultural insights. Their discussions highlight the similarities between poetry and music, and the struggles of artists across time. The story is a thoughtful look at history, culture, and finding oneself, exploring themes of passion and artistic creation.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 6
SolarisMovie · 1972 · 167mA psychologist is dispatched to a space station orbiting the planet Solaris to investigate the death of a doctor and growing mental instability among the crew. He uncovers a disturbing truth: the planet's water is a living entity that triggers buried memories and obsessions.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 7
MirrorMovie · 1975 · 107mAs a man in his forties approaches death, he reflects on his childhood, his mother, wartime experiences, and intimate personal memories. These recollections intertwine, offering a glimpse into significant events in Soviet history alongside the ordinary moments of everyday life.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.0 - 8
Ivan's ChildhoodMovie · 1962 · 95m · Drama, WarDuring World War II, eleven-year-old Ivan Bondarev, an orphan from the Soviet Union, works as a scout for the Soviet army, operating secretly behind German lines. Amidst the war's chaos, Ivan forms an unexpected bond with three empathetic Soviet officers. Despite the difficult circumstances, they offer him friendship and camaraderie, providing solace in a dangerous world. The film explores themes of loyalty and resilience as Ivan navigates a world filled with uncertainty.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 9
StalkerMovie · 1979 · 162mOn the outskirts of a bleak, unnamed city lies the Zone, a restricted area patrolled by soldiers and surrounded by barbed wire, where the laws of physics are often defied. A guide leads two men into the Zone, specifically to a location rumored to fulfill their innermost desires.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.1 - 10
There Will Be No Leave TodayMovie · 1959 · 46mDuring road construction in a small village, soldiers face a dangerous mission: to remove a hidden cache of World War II bombs buried beneath the ground.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.7 - 11
Andrei RublevMovie · 1966 · 183m · Drama, HistoryThis Russian drama chronicles the challenging life of Andrei Rublev, a highly respected religious icon painter living during a time of great upheaval. He finds peace in monastic life, and his art gains him recognition and fame. But witnessing the horrors of war and becoming involved in it leads him to choose silence.
Exiled from his work, Andrei undertakes a period of self-reflection, seeking inner peace. This journey helps him to heal emotionally and eventually rediscover his passion for painting. The film portrays Rublev's personal struggles and artistic pursuits, offering a deep look at spirituality, strength, and the human capacity for healing and creation.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.0
