Иван Бровкин на целине (1958)

"Ivan Brovkin on the Plains" is a unique comedy film from 1958 in the Soviet Union. The movie stars Leonid Khritonenko, Daya Smirnova, Sergey Blinnikov, Yevgeny Shutov, Mikhail Pugovkin, Tatyana Pelttser, Vera Orlova, Anna Kolomiytseva, Vasily Minin, and Marina Gavrilko. The film was directed by Ivan Lukinsky. The plot follows a young man named Ivan Brovkin who travels to the city to find work but ends up getting fired from every job he takes. He returns home to his village and falls in love with a beautiful girl named Lyuba. However, he faces challenges from her father who is determined to marry her off to someone else. Ivan must use his wit and charm to win over Lyuba's father and win her heart. The film is known for its comedy and witty dialogue, as well as its portrayal of rural life in the Soviet Union. The actors give brilliant performances, particularly Pugovkin as the eccentric village elder and Khritonova as the strong-willed Lyuba. "Ivan Brovkin on the Plains" remains a beloved classic of Soviet cinema, showcasing the unique humor and culture of the time period.