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The Lovers (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 1970, The Lovers is a romance film directed by Elyor Ishmukhamedov, running about 78 minutes.

What it’s about. A subtle lyrical story about youth, the search for truth, the first painful experiences of love. The film features three heroes who live in Tashkent. Rodin — a kind and whole man — finds it difficult to live with a girl who doesn't love him, and he himself saves her from the need to lie and suffer... Rustam's life is different. He is loving, talented... The third hero Thassos — a Greek by birth — returns to his homeland, where his mother and sister were found, but there flashed a junta of "grey colonels"...

Who’s in it. The Lovers stars Rodion Nahapetov as Rodin, Anastasiya Vertinskaya as Tanya, Gyuzal Apanayeva as Gyuzal and Karen Khachaturyan as Thassos, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Lovers has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lovers page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Lovers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Lovers (1970)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lovers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Lovers worth watching?
The Lovers holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Lovers?
The Lovers stars Rodion Nahapetov, Anastasiya Vertinskaya, Gyuzal Apanayeva, Karen Khachaturyan and Ravshan Agzamov.
When was The Lovers released?
The Lovers was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.