On My Green Land... 1958
In Igor Shishov's 1958 romantic drama *On My Green Land...*, the fate of a village hinges on a single decision that could reshape the land forever.
Director: Igor Shishov
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *On My Green Land... (1958)* about?
The film follows Kirilyuk, a timber plant director who risks the stability of a village by planning to clear Oleniy Top forest. His decision sets off a chain reaction that could trigger landslides, forcing the community to confront the cost of industrial progress.
Who directed *On My Green Land...?
The film was directed by Igor Shishov, a Soviet-era filmmaker whose work often explored the intersection of human ambition and natural landscapes.
Who stars in *On My Green Land... (1958)?
The ensemble cast features Nikolai Dovzhenko, Zhanna Dmitrenko, Nina Kukushkina, Lavrenti Masokha, and Volodymyr Saveliev in pivotal roles.
Is *On My Green Land... (1958)* worth watching?
While it remains underrated today, *On My Green Land...* offers a compelling blend of romance, drama, and environmental themes. Fans of Soviet cinema or thoughtful tales about nature's fragility will find it a quietly powerful watch.
How long is *On My Green Land...?
Runtime details are not listed.
About On My Green Land... (1958) — When ambition meets the fragile heart of the land
In Igor Shishov's 1958 romantic drama *On My Green Land...*, the fate of a village hinges on a single decision that could reshape the land forever. Kirilyuk, the ambitious director of a timber plant, faces a moral dilemma when his plan to clear the towering Oleniy Top forest threatens not just the village below but the very soil that sustains it. The lush greenery and quiet life of the community stand in stark contrast to the looming danger of erosion—a ripple effect that could bury everything in its path. With time running out, emotions, loyalties, and the beauty of nature collide in this poignant tale.
Shot through with the lyrical warmth of Soviet-era cinema, *On My Green Land...* blends romance and music into a story that asks whether progress should come at nature's cost. The film's sweeping landscapes and heartfelt performances by Nikolai Dovzhenko and Zhanna Dmitrenko capture the tension between human ambition and environmental stewardship, wrapping the audience in both the tranquility and the urgency of Kirilyuk's impossible choice.