
Byelorussian Station
"Belorussian Station" is a Soviet drama directed by Andrei Smirnov, completed in 1969 and released in 1971 after censorship delays due to its critical portrayal of post-war Soviet society and veterans' challenges. The film revolves around four former soldiers who reunite 25 years after World War II. They come together to mourn the death of a friend and reflect on their shared past and their personal struggles. "Belorussian Station" poignantly explores themes of friendship, memory, and the enduring impact of war on ordinary people's lives, eventually gaining significant acclaim for its heartfelt narrative and strong performances.
Top Billed Cast

Aleksey Glazyrin
Viktor Kharlamov

Evgeni Leonov
Ivan Prikhodko

Anatoliy Papanov
Nikolai Dubinsky

Nina Urgant
Raya

Vsevolod Safonov
Aleksei Kiryushin
Featured Crew

Larisa Shepitko
Original Concept

Bulat Okudzhava
Music
Vladimir Korovin
Production Design

Valeriya Belova
Editor

Andrey Smirnov
Director

Vadim Trunin
Writer

Pavel Lebeshev
Director of Photography

Alfred Schnittke
Original Music Composer

Yan Pototsky
Sound Director

Bulat Okudzhava
Lyricist
A. Macheret
Second Unit Director
Vadim Mikhailov
Camera Operator