Aleksandr Rou
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Aleksandr Rou is widely remembered as the “Soviet Walt Disney,” a filmmaker whose fairy-tale movies became cultural touchstones across the Eastern Bloc. Specializing in magical adventures drawn from Russian folklore, Rou crafted films filled with enchanted forests, witches and heroes. His imaginative style, blending folkloric tradition with cinematic spectacle, made him one of the most successful directors in Soviet popular cinema. Beloved by children and adults alike, his works defined the genre of Soviet fairy-tale film and were celebrated throughout the USSR and beyond. Even decades later, Rou’s films remain classics, often rewatched and cherished for their unique mix of fantasy, humor, and cultural heritage.
Date of Birth
Feb 24, 1906
Place of Birth
Moscow, USSR [now Russia]
Date of Death
Dec 28, 1973
Gender
Male
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Credits
Directing
19731h 14 min
19701h 21 min
19681h 26 min
19651h 19 min
Writing
Acting
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