description Kidnapping, Caucasian Style Overview
The 1967 Soviet film *Kidnapping, Caucasian Style* examines a unique aspect of cultural history within the Northern Caucasus. The story portrays a traditional practice of bride abduction, offering a rare glimpse into a specific historical custom and social dynamic. It’s notable for its depiction of this complex situation and is relevant to those interested in Soviet cinema, 1960s culture, or anthropological studies of the region.
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info Kidnapping, Caucasian Style Specifications
| Country | Soviet Union |
| Year | 1967 |
help Kidnapping, Caucasian Style FAQ
Is Kidnapping, Caucasian Style a Shurik movie?
Yes. Aleksandr Demyanenko returns as Shurik, the earnest student character also seen in Leonid Gaidai's Operation Y and Shurik's Other Adventures from 1965.
Who are the three comic criminals in the film?
The trio are Coward, Fool, and Pro, played by Georgy Vitsin, Yuri Nikulin, and Yevgeny Morgunov. Kidnapping, Caucasian Style was their last appearance together in a Gaidai comedy.
What is Nina kidnapped for in the story?
Nina, played by Natalya Varley, is targeted in a bride abduction plot arranged for Saakhov, a local official played by Vladimir Etush. The comedy comes from Shurik realizing he has been tricked and trying to rescue her.
How big was Kidnapping, Caucasian Style in the Soviet Union?
It was the biggest Soviet box office hit of 1967, reportedly selling more than 76 million tickets. Mosfilm later made the film widely available, including official versions with subtitles.
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