A Cruel Romance (1985)
Russian drama film directed by Eldar Ryazanov
Film facts
- Runtime
- 2h 25m 145 min
- Released
- 18 September 1985
- Language
- Russian
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
A Cruel Romance has a runtime of 2 hours 25 minutes (145 min). The Russian film released on 18 September 1985. It is directed by Eldar Ryazanov and stars Larisa Guzeyeva, Alisa Freindlich and Nikita Mikhalkov.
Official trailer
Cast and crew
- Director
- Eldar Ryazanov
- Cinematography
- Vadim Alisov
- Music
- Andrey Petrov
- Written by
- Eldar Ryazanov
- Production
- Mosfilm
- Distribution
- Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Based on
- Without a Dowry
- Set in
- Russian Empire
- Country
- Soviet Union
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 18 September 1985
- First shown
- 23 November 1984 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of A Cruel Romance?
A Cruel Romance has a runtime of 2 hours 25 minutes, or 145 min.
When did A Cruel Romance release?
A Cruel Romance released on 18 September 1985.
Who directed A Cruel Romance?
A Cruel Romance is directed by Eldar Ryazanov.
Who is in the cast of A Cruel Romance?
The cast of A Cruel Romance includes Larisa Guzeyeva, Alisa Freindlich, Nikita Mikhalkov and Andrey Myagkov.
Where can I watch A Cruel Romance online?
A Cruel Romance streams on Netflix.
Is A Cruel Romance based on a true story or a book?
A Cruel Romance is based on Without a Dowry.
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