Acting
Herardo Kontreras
Born April 16, 1940 · Mozhaysk, Moskovsksya oblast, RSFSR, USSR
Died March 1, 2009 · aged 68
Herardo Kontreras (Spanish: Gerardo Contreras, Russian: Херардо Контрерас; April 16, 1940, Mozhaysk – March 1, 2009) was an Estonian actor of Basque origin. His parents fled to the Soviet Union from the Franco regime. His father had been a pilot in the Republican Army during the Spanish Civil War, and his mother a teacher. In 1967, Contreras graduated from the Ivan Karpovich Karpenko-Kary State …
Known For
Lilya 4-ever · 2002Lilya 4-ever
★ 7.62002
MovieDramaCrime
In a struggling post-Soviet community, Lilya a teenage girl is abandoned when her mother moves to the United States with her boyfriend. Facing neglect and poverty, she meets Andrei, who offers her a job in Sweden, giving her hope for a better life — and a journey that will change everything.
Georg · 2007Georg
★ 5.72007
MovieDramaMusic
Unforgettable melodies, unique timbre and a memorable, soul-stirring voice. A mystery for women and authority for men, his talent was revered by the highest ranks of the Soviet Union and millions of ordinary people. Georg Ots took the stage when a huge country was recovering from the horrors of war, and his voice returned them faith in a bright future. Few people know what his life was really like.
The Idiot · 2003The Idiot
2003
MovieDrama
A stage adaptation of the 1869 novel ‘The Idiot’ by Fyodor Dostoevsky, performed at the Russian Theatre of Estonia.
The Idiot · 2005The Idiot
2005
MovieDramaTV Movie
Staged at the Russian Theater (Tallinn), "Idiot" has entered the history of the Estonian theater due to the magnificent performances of Alexander Ivashkevich, Larisa Savankova and Eduard Toman.
City Unplugged · 1993City Unplugged
★ 6.21993
MovieComedyThriller
In August, 1991, Estonia reclaims its independence from the USSR and brings to its national bank nearly $1 billion in gold bullion hidden in Paris for 50 years. Russian mobsters have a bold plan to hijack the gold after shutting down the capital's power at midnight
Lurich · 1984Lurich
★ 7.21984
MovieHistoryDrama
Georg Lurich was a world-famous Estonian professional wrestler in the early 1900-s who became a legend already in his lifetime. He was called not only the world's best technique-wrestler but he was also a sports-philosopher, health and temperance activist, an efficient sports manager, a talent in acting, writing and chess, a "world's citizen" who spoke more than ten languages and an athlete with enormous popularity. At least 14 wrestling clubs in Europe and USA carried his name. This film is an unpretentious attempt to recall that unique man, the first world-famous Estonian.
American Mountains · 1994American Mountains
★ 10.01994
MovieComedyCrime
A former goldminer who has run afoul of the law is made an unusual offer by the mafia. The power of money and popularity among women won't let him step down from the rollercoaster in order to make the right decisions.
Long Memory · 1985Long Memory
1985
MovieWarDrama
Set in 1941 during World War II the film involves the lives of Volodya, Vanya, Galya and Nyusha and how this conflict has affected these children, portraying their struggles, resilience, and the enduring memories that shape their lives.
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