description Mimino Overview
Mimino is a poignant 1977 Soviet film exploring themes of loneliness and connection through the journey of a man traveling to Yerevan. Directed by Georgiy Daneliya, the movie features memorable performances from Vakhtang Kikabidze and Frunzik Mkrtchyan. Its subtle humor and melancholic tone offer a thoughtful reflection on human relationships and societal observation, appealing to viewers interested in artistic dramedies and Soviet cinema.
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info Mimino Specifications
| Country | Soviet Union |
| Year | 1977 |
help Mimino FAQ
Who is Mimino in the 1977 film?
Mimino is the nickname of Valiko Mizandari, played by Georgian actor Vakhtang Kikabidze. He is a local helicopter pilot who dreams of flying larger aircraft.
Why do people remember the Telavi and Tel Aviv scene in Mimino?
The phone-call gag plays on confusion between Telavi in Georgia and Tel Aviv in Israel. Director Georgiy Daneliya reportedly fought to keep that scene despite Soviet censorship pressure.
Who is Rubik in Mimino?
Rubik is the Armenian truck driver played by Frunzik Mkrtchyan. His pairing with Kikabidze's Mimino gives the Mosfilm and Gruziya-film comedy much of its warmth.
Did Mimino win any major Soviet-era festival award?
Yes. Mimino won the Golden Prize at the 10th Moscow International Film Festival in 1977.
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