The Legend of Princess Olga

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Released February 27, 1984

Overview

The film is a poetic adaptation of a series of stories (oral and written) about Princess Olha of Kyivan Rus' (Ukraine-Rusʹ) at the start of the 11th century. Inspired by chronicles and folk legends this is a story of a common girl Olha who married Prince Ihor and became his successor on the throne after his murder and one of the most remarkable political leaders in early medieval European history. She converted to Christianity and brought her realm into Europe.

Runtime

2h 15m


Origin Country

Russia


Original Language

Russian


Original Title

Легенда о княгине Ольге


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Soviet Union

Spoken Languages

  • Pусский (Russian)

Production Companies

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    Dovzhenko Film Studios

    Russia

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