Moscow Elegy (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1987, Moscow Elegy is a documentary film directed by Aleksandr Sokurov, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A 1988 documentary film directed by Alexander Sokurov, about the later life and death of Soviet Russian filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky. The film was originally intended to mark the 50th birthday of Tarkovsky in 1982, which would have been before his death. Controversy with Soviet authorities about the film's style and content led to significant delays in the production.
Who’s in it. Moscow Elegy stars Andrei Tarkovsky as Himself, Tonino Guerra as Himself, Aleksandr Sokurov as Narrator (voice) and Sven Nykvist as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Moscow Elegy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Moscow Elegy page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Moscow Elegy (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Moscow Elegy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Moscow Elegy worth watching?
- Moscow Elegy holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Moscow Elegy?
- Moscow Elegy stars Andrei Tarkovsky, Tonino Guerra, Aleksandr Sokurov and Sven Nykvist.
- When was Moscow Elegy released?
- Moscow Elegy was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.