Wasting (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1928, Wasting is a drama film directed by Ivane Perestiani, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. The novice writer Vasil Safonov and his friend, the cashier Apollon Kazachkov, become regular guests at the local casino. Their gambling habits lead them to unwittingly squander state funds. Initially, Kazachkov manages to return the wasted money, but his passion for gambling consumes him, and he loses every penny. This leads to his arrest, leaving Safonov in a desperate situation. Soviet youth, including Muscovite Reztsov and the Komsomol girl Marusya Kostova, come together to help Safonov find his way back on the right path.
Who’s in it. Wasting stars Sofia Jozeffi, Petre Morskoi, Maria Tenazi as Marusia and Ivan Kruchinin as Marusia's Grandpa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Wasting sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wasting page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wasting tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wasting (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wasting change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wasting worth watching?
- Wasting holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Wasting?
- Wasting stars Sofia Jozeffi, Petre Morskoi, Maria Tenazi, Ivan Kruchinin and Konstantin Lavretsky.
- When was Wasting released?
- Wasting was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.