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Release Date: May 09, 1962
Runtime: 95 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (40)
Genres:
Drama War
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Original Language: Russian
Status: Released
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Ivan's Childhood

1962

"Lost innocence amidst the chaos of war."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: My Name Is Ivan? 🇵🇹 PT: A Infância de Ivan? 🇮🇹 IT: L'infanzia di Ivan? 🇮🇳 HI: ఇవాన్స్ చైల్డ్‌హుడ్? 🇯🇵 JA: 僕の村は戦場だった? All international titles (40) →
Drama War 95 min 8.0/10

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

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Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 0/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Ivan's Childhood is directed by Andrei Tarkovsky .

Cast of Ivan's Childhood

Nikolay Burlyaev as Ivan in Ivan's Childhood
Nikolay Burlyaev
Ivan
Valentin Zubkov as Kholin in Ivan's Childhood
Valentin Zubkov
Kholin
Yevgeni Zharikov as Galtsev in Ivan's Childhood
Yevgeni Zharikov
Galtsev
Stepan Krylov as Katasonov in Ivan's Childhood
Stepan Krylov
Katasonov

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Ivan's Childhood

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  • The film was shot on location in the Ivanovo region of Russia, utilizing the natural landscapes to evoke the harsh realities of war.

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  • In one scene, a soldier is seen using a specific type of Soviet rifle, which was a rare model that had limited distribution during World War II.

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  • The lead role of Ivan Bondarev was played by 12-year-old actor Nikolai Burlyayev, who was chosen for his ability to convey vulnerability and strength.

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  • During the film's production, a scene featuring a river crossing required the crew to work with the unpredictable weather, resulting in unplanned delays and reshoots.

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  • The film shares thematic elements with Tarkovsky's later works, particularly the exploration of memory and the impact of war on childhood.

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  • In one sequence, a continuity error occurs when the weather shifts from sunny to overcast between shots, which was not intended by the director.

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  • The film's soundtrack features minimal music, instead relying on natural sounds to enhance the atmosphere and immerse the viewer in the war's chaos.

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