The Academician From Askania

1962· 100 min★ 5.5· Drama, History

The twenties. Hungry and impoverished country. Lenin signs a decree on the protection of breeding livestock. Nevertheless, Ivanov's experiments become known not only to the country of the Soviets, but also to enemies working for American farmers. The Chekists become involved in Ivanov's research.

Cast: Sergei Yakovlev, Lyubov Sokolova, Georgiy Yumatov

Director: Vladimir Gerasimov