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Aleksandr Ptushko was born on 19 April 1900 in Lugansk, Lugansk uyezd, Yekaterinoslav Governorate, Russian Empire [now Luhansk, Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine]. He was a director and writer, known for The Stone Flower (1946), Sadko (1953) and Ruslan and Ludmila (1972). He died on 6 March 1973 in Moscow, Russian SFSR, USSR [now Russia].- Sergei Maksachyov was born on 22 May 1962 in Kirovsk, Lugansk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, USSR. He is an actor, known for Bursa (1990), Sdelka (1985) and Strannik (1987).
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Pavel Luspekaev was a legendary Russian/Armenian actor known as Vereshagin in White Sun of the Desert (1970).
He was born Pavel Borisovich Luspekaev on April 20, 1927, in Lugansk, Ukraine, Soviet Union (now Luhansk, Ukraine). His Armenian-born father, Boris Luspekaev, worked as a butcher, and his mother was a Russian Don Cossack. Young Luspekaev grew up in a trilingual environment and his mastery of spoken tongues and dialects became an asset to his acting talent, albeit he was also criticized by some hard-line Soviet critics.
At the beginning of the Second World War young Luspekaev was evacuated to the city of Frunze (Bishkek), Kirgizstan. There he studied at a Technical School and worked as a metal worker. In 1943, at age 16, he went to WW2, and joined the military intelligence unit No. 00134 of the Ukrainian Front. He was severely wounded during a clandestine operation against the invading Nazi troops; he survived hiding in the snow, but his feet were permanently damaged by a severe frostbite, that later led to a peripheral vascular disease with complications causing him several consecutive amputations.
After liberation of Ukraine in 1944, Luspekaev joined the Lugansk Philharmonic Choir, then joined the troupe of Lugansk Drama Theatre. There he worked as an actor for two years. In 1946 he came to Moscow and applied to the Schepkin School of Theatrical Art. Luspekaev brilliantly performed at the entrance exam, but he was unable to write more than a few words. Some officials from the admissions jury strongly criticized Luspekayev's Southern accent. His destiny was changed by actor-professor Konstantin Zubov, who said to the admissions jury, "I am taking this talented boy, no matter what!"
Luspekaev was one of the leading students under the patronage of Konstantin Zubov. His natural acting talent was polished through his studies of classical Russian school. In 1950 Luspekaev graduated from the Schepkin School of Theatrical Art, but his Southern accent was criticized by directors and he could not find employment in Moscow. From 1950-1956 he worked in Tbilisi, Georgia, at the State Russian Drama Theatre named after A. Griboyedov. In 1955 Luspekaev made his film debut in 'Taina Dvykh Okeanov' (1955). From 1957-1959 he worked in Kiev, Ukraine, at the Drama Theatre named after Lesia Ukrainka. There he was seen on stage by actor Kirill Lavrov, who was strongly impressed by Luspekaev's powerful acting. Kirill Lavrov helped Luspekaev's career by inviting him to join the BDT in Leningrad (St. Petersburg).
From 1959-1967 Pavel Luspekaev was a permanent member of the legendary troupe of Bolshoi Drama Theatre (BDT) in St. Petersburg under directorship of Georgi Tovstonogov. Luspekaev worked with Tovstonogov for 11 years. During that time Luspekaev worked with an outstanding ensemble of actors at the BDT. There his stage partners were such stars as Oleg Basilashvili, Tatyana Doronina, Innokentiy Smoktunovskiy, Vladislav Strzhelchik, Kirill Lavrov, Sergey Yurskiy, Oleg Borisov, Vsevolod Kuznetsov and other remarkable Russian actors. Luspekaev was among the leading stars of the BDT troupe. He worked on stage until he became disabled after amputation of his both feet. His most impressive stage performances were as Cherkun in Maxim Gorky's Varvary ( aka.. Barbarians), as Viktor in Aleksei Arbuzov's Irkutsk story, and as Makar Nagulnov in Mikhail Sholokhov's Podnyataya tselina (aka.. Virgin soil upturned) on the stage of BDT in Leningrad (St. Petersburg).
In 1967 Luspekaev played his last stage performance at the BDT in Leningrad. At that time his health condition worsened, albeit his desire to work was so strong, that he continued his acting career. Luspekaev started rehearsals of his new role as Skalozub in Aleksandr Griboyedov's Gore ot Uma (aka.. Woe from Wit), regardless of the pain in his amputated feet. Hard work was the best painkiller for Luspekaev. Eventually he was restricted from stage performances because of complications leading to the second surgery on his amputated feet. In spite of his severe physical disability Luspekaev continued a stellar career in film and on television.
He shot to fame after co-starring as Vereshchagin, a heroic customs officer in the Russian classic film White Sun of the Desert (1970) (aka.. The White Sun of the Desert 1970). Luspekaev was able to overcome his physical pain and disability while he was acting in specially tailored tight boots that were designed to compensate for his amputated feet. The film was made by director Vladimir Motyl and a team of highly talented people, such as, writers Valentin Yezhov, Mark Zakharov, and Bulat Okudzhava, cinematographer Eduard Rozovsky, and composer Isaac Schwarts. Luspekaev created his character in a teamwork with a stellar ensemble of actors, such as Anatoliy Kuznetsov, Spartak Mishulin, Kakhi Kavsadze, Nikolai Godovikov and others. The main theme from the film was created by Luspekaev in collaboration with composer Isaac Schwarts and lyricist Bulat Okudzhava. The theme song 'Gospozha Udacha' (aka.. Lady Luck) was recorded in performance by Pavel Luspekaev and became a popular hit.
Pavel Luspekaev was regarded for his acting talent as well as for his admirable personality. His generosity was legendary; he could spend all of his income treating his fellow actors and numerous friends. He was designated Honorable Actor of Russia (1965). By 1970 he was one of the most popular film stars in Russia. At that time he was cast to play Stark in 'All The King's Men' and began this new work in collaboration with actor-director Mikhail Kozakov. He also was cast in several other film projects. He died at age 42, of thrombo-embolic complications, during the filming of 'All The King's Men' in Moscow, on April 17, 1970, and was laid to rest in Severnoe Cemetery in Leningrad (St. Petersburg), Russia.
In 1997, Pavel Luspekaev was posthumously awarded the State Prize of Russia for his remarkable performance as Vereshchagin in White Sun of the Desert (1970).- Music Department
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Mikhail Matusovsky was born on 23 July 1913 in Lugansk, Yekaterinoslav Governorate, Russian Empire [now Luhansk, Ukraine]. He was a writer, known for Night Watch (2004), Po tonkomu ldu (1966) and 72 metra (2004). He died on 16 July 1990 in Moscow, Russian SFSR, USSR [now Russia].- Snezhana Samokhina was born on 21 December 1992 in Lugansk, Ukraine. She is an actress, known for Heaven is hotter than Hell, Taynyy Santa (2022) and Patterns (2022).
- Sergei Lukyanov was born on 27 September 1910 in village Nizhnee, Lugansk uyezd, Yekaterinoslav Governorate, Russian Empire [now Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine]. He was an actor, known for Cossacks of the Kuban (1950), A Big Family (1954) and Dvenadtsataya noch (1955). He died on 1 March 1965 in Moscow, RSFSR, USSR [now Russia].
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- Producer
- Actor
Ukrainian-Israeli screenwriter and producer, specialized in comedy and animation. Known for "Dinocity", "Fixies", "Meet Arnold", "Alisa Knows What to Do", and other successful shows. With a solid scientific background, Roman integrates education and humor into animation shows for kids and teens, like "Fixies" and "Meet Arnold". Along with kids' shows, Roman also writes for live-action series, comic books, stand-up comedy, screen-life videos, and other content.- Vladimir Doshchuk, a Ukrainian-born director and writer.
He was born on May 4, 1963 in Pervomaisk Lugansk region. He graduated from Kiev National University of Theatre, Film and Television named IK Karpenko-Kary. First worked on TV. Then at the studio Kievtelefilm with producer Valentin Opalev.
Lives and work in Kiev. Specializes primarily on the Ukrainian-Russian TV-serials. - Olga Vlasova was born on 31 January 1906 in Lugansk, Lugansk uyezd, Yekaterinoslav Governorate, Russian Empire [now Luhansk, Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine]. She was an actress, known for Carnival Night (1956). She died on 12 January 1993 in Moscow, Russia.
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- Director
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Sergey Skvortsov was born on 20 January 1904 in Lugansk, Russian Empire (now Ukraine). He was a director and writer, known for The Life and Ascension of Yuras Bratchik (1967), Alpiyskaya ballada (1966) and Ya rodom iz detstva (1966). He died on 4 February 1983.- Director
- Actor
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Viktor Zhivolub was born on 21 November 1932 in Kadiyevka, Lugansk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, USSR [now Stakhanov, Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine]. He is a director and actor, known for Prikazano vzyat zhivym (1984), Karpatske zoloto (1991) and Pravo na vystrel (1981).- Albert Pankov was born on 13 November 1933 in Lugansk, USSR. He was an actor, known for Law of the Lawless (2002), Ogni (1985) and Okhota na Zolushku (1999). He died on 30 April 2020 in St. Petersburg, Russia.
- Vladimir Kraynichenko was born on 6 August 1925 in Verkhneye, Lugansk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, USSR. He was a director and actor, known for Puteshestvie v molodost (1957) and Lymerivna (1955). He died on 11 May 1964 in Kharkov, Ukrainian SSR, USSR.
- Yuriy Zharavin was born on 2 February 1984 in Lugansk, Ukrainian SSR, USSR. He is an actor, known for Upon the Magic Roads (2021), Consultant (2017) and Nastoyashchiy (2023).
- Roman Korotin a.k.a Roy Keane
Film composer and producer, born in Ukraine in 1977. Started his career as music producer in early 90s, doing scores for local theatre, then joined the creative team at the radio-station, where he developed skills not just as a producer, but also as a sound engineer. 2003 - moves to USA - Washington DC, works in close collaboration with ArtmanGia Production Company. 2007 - short animation film "Hope", which Roman wrote original score to, receives multiple awards, including Best Animation Audience Award at DC Film Festival and Official Screening at Cannes Film Festival. At the same time Roman participates in re-mix contest among other 3900 participants at Myspace.com and wins the right to re-mix Chemical Brothers "Salmon Dance". The re-mix takes top-5 at myspace.com charts and Roman receives personal award from Chemical Brothers and credits for working with A-level stars. Keeping his niche while working as film composer with mostly European production companies. Also producing music for several artists in New York and LA. - Composer
- Music Department
Igor Morozov was born on 19 May 1913 in Lugansk, Yekaterinoslav Governorate, Russian Empire. He was a composer, known for Opasnye tropy (1955), Tayna vechnoy nochi (1956) and Alye parusa (1961). He died on 24 November 1970 in Moscow, RSFSR, USSR.- Vladimir Golubovich was born on 17 May 1965 in Lugansk, Ukrainian SSR, USSR. He was an actor, known for Hetmanski kleinody (1993), Doroha na Sich (1995) and Koleso istorii (1981). He died on 18 September 1994 in Kyiv, Ukraine.