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Bridges Over Oblivion (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1970, Bridges Over Oblivion is a drama and war film directed by Yuri Yerzinkyan, running about 63 minutes.

What it’s about. Kirovakan, Armenia, 1968. A street in the town is being renamed, but nobody seems to know whom after. A chance encounter between a student running late to his thesis defense, and a young woman determined to leave the town forever. 25 years earlier, Genrikh Zakaryan, a young resistance fighter, smuggles a secret Nazi operations map through occupied territory. Imaginings and history meld into one, echoes of past and future coalesce: “the fate of Genrikh Zakaryan is intangibly intertwined with the fate of today’s youth.”

Who’s in it. Bridges Over Oblivion stars Vitali Ovanesov as Student, Lyudmila Gladunko as Young Woman, Guzh Manukyan as Genrikh Zakaryan and Arkadi Tolbuzin as Man, who resembles the young woman's father, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Bridges Over Oblivion 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 Bridges Over Oblivion page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bridges Over Oblivion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bridges Over Oblivion (1970)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bridges Over Oblivion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bridges Over Oblivion worth watching?
Bridges Over Oblivion holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Bridges Over Oblivion?
Bridges Over Oblivion stars Vitali Ovanesov, Lyudmila Gladunko, Guzh Manukyan, Arkadi Tolbuzin and T. Karantonis.
When was Bridges Over Oblivion released?
Bridges Over Oblivion was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.