Aleksandr Porokhovshchikov

Acting

Aleksandr Porokhovshchikov

Born January 31, 1939 · Moscow, RSFSR, USSR

Died April 15, 2012 · aged 73

Known For

Chaotic FlightChaotic Flight · 1978
Chaotic Flight
8.01978
MovieDrama
Sea elements are fraught with many secrets. No crew is safe from emergencies that may occur at sea when they enter the open sea. The film tells a story that happened with the crew of an old tugboat "Dolphin". The ship fell into a terrible storm and, unable to overcome weather conditions, stood on stones. The crew led by the captain promptly leaves the ship, only the engineer Samokhin remains on the ship.
The Rifleman of the Voroshilov RegimentThe Rifleman of the Voroshilov Regiment · 1999
The Rifleman of the Voroshilov Regiment
7.11999
MovieDramaAction
A very typical post-Soviet era storyline. A bunch of vagabonds lured an innocent teenage girl to their apartment, offered her a drink, intimidated, then gang raped her. Local cops are incapable to undertake an adequate actions against the scoundrels - prevented by the superior chief of the local police, who is the dad of one of the scumbags. The case is closed. The girl's granddad tired of an endless circumlocution decides to take revenge in his own hands.
Two Long Hoots in the FogTwo Long Hoots in the Fog · 1981
Two Long Hoots in the Fog
6.11981
MovieActionMystery
In a deserted tundra on the lake, a seaplane makes an emergency landing, on board of which bank collectors carry a large amount of money. A storm begins and the plane relates to the river delta. An unknown person steals money from an airplane and kills a geologist, an accidental witness. And a few days later the ship departs from the northern port for the last navigation voyage, where a recidivist hides among the motley company of passengers, and the captain begins his own investigation...
The Right to HopeThe Right to Hope · 2008
The Right to Hope
2008
MovieDramaRomance
At a party with friends, student Kristina meets Ivan, a graduate student from her university. She brings him home with her. The next morning, Ivan meets Kristina’s mother, Nadezhda.
The Battle after the VictoryThe Battle after the Victory · 1972
The Battle after the Victory
4.81972
MovieWarAction
A third part of story about a Soviet spies trying to infiltrate German Intelligence center "Saturn" during and after the WWII.
SuccessorSuccessor · 2001
Successor
2001
MovieDrama
In the late 1980s, a high-ranking party official, Iona Petrovich, suddenly left his prestigious post, abandoned his family, and emigrated. His wife died, unable to bear the betrayal. Their son, Andrei, grew up without parents. Time passed, circumstances changed, and Iona Petrovich returns to his homeland.
Catch the WindCatch the Wind · 1979
Catch the Wind
7.51979
MovieDramaAdventure
A family of a private stud-farm head takes cover from a Civil War in a forsaken estate in Urals steppe. Once an old family friend Victor, lieutenant of White Guard, shows up in the estate and claims that he wants to come out of action and live according to the laws of God. The old man marries his daughter and Victor, but that is the end of peace in this house, taking into account that the white Cossacks are getting nearer
The Captivating Star of HappinessThe Captivating Star of Happiness · 1975
The Captivating Star of Happiness
5.81975
MovieDramaRomance
In December 1825, distinguished members of the Russian military, most of whom were quite affluent and of noble lineage, took it upon themselves to stir revolution against the autocratic and tyrannical Czar Nikolai I in the wake of his not honoring the drafting of a constitution for the Russian people. The revolution failed miserably and the conspirators (known as the Decembrists) were weeded out by the czar himself. One by one, each of the conspirators confess and are systematically exiled to the harsh winters of Siberia, slated to work and wither in a prison/mine. The wives of the conspirators are faced with the prospect of leaving the bosom of wealth and family (including their own children) to be with their husbands in the brutal Siberian locale. If they agree to this, they face having their illustrious social stations stripped away and certain disdain from everyone around them...

Movies

Chaotic FlightChaotic Flight · 1978
Chaotic Flight
8.01978
MovieDrama
Sea elements are fraught with many secrets. No crew is safe from emergencies that may occur at sea when they enter the open sea. The film tells a story that happened with the crew of an old tugboat "Dolphin". The ship fell into a terrible storm and, unable to overcome weather conditions, stood on stones. The crew led by the captain promptly leaves the ship, only the engineer Samokhin remains on the ship.
The Rifleman of the Voroshilov RegimentThe Rifleman of the Voroshilov Regiment · 1999
The Rifleman of the Voroshilov Regiment
7.11999
MovieDramaAction
A very typical post-Soviet era storyline. A bunch of vagabonds lured an innocent teenage girl to their apartment, offered her a drink, intimidated, then gang raped her. Local cops are incapable to undertake an adequate actions against the scoundrels - prevented by the superior chief of the local police, who is the dad of one of the scumbags. The case is closed. The girl's granddad tired of an endless circumlocution decides to take revenge in his own hands.
Two Long Hoots in the FogTwo Long Hoots in the Fog · 1981
Two Long Hoots in the Fog
6.11981
MovieActionMystery
In a deserted tundra on the lake, a seaplane makes an emergency landing, on board of which bank collectors carry a large amount of money. A storm begins and the plane relates to the river delta. An unknown person steals money from an airplane and kills a geologist, an accidental witness. And a few days later the ship departs from the northern port for the last navigation voyage, where a recidivist hides among the motley company of passengers, and the captain begins his own investigation...
The Right to HopeThe Right to Hope · 2008
The Right to Hope
2008
MovieDramaRomance
At a party with friends, student Kristina meets Ivan, a graduate student from her university. She brings him home with her. The next morning, Ivan meets Kristina’s mother, Nadezhda.
The Battle after the VictoryThe Battle after the Victory · 1972
The Battle after the Victory
4.81972
MovieWarAction
A third part of story about a Soviet spies trying to infiltrate German Intelligence center "Saturn" during and after the WWII.
SuccessorSuccessor · 2001
Successor
2001
MovieDrama
In the late 1980s, a high-ranking party official, Iona Petrovich, suddenly left his prestigious post, abandoned his family, and emigrated. His wife died, unable to bear the betrayal. Their son, Andrei, grew up without parents. Time passed, circumstances changed, and Iona Petrovich returns to his homeland.
Catch the WindCatch the Wind · 1979
Catch the Wind
7.51979
MovieDramaAdventure
A family of a private stud-farm head takes cover from a Civil War in a forsaken estate in Urals steppe. Once an old family friend Victor, lieutenant of White Guard, shows up in the estate and claims that he wants to come out of action and live according to the laws of God. The old man marries his daughter and Victor, but that is the end of peace in this house, taking into account that the white Cossacks are getting nearer
The Captivating Star of HappinessThe Captivating Star of Happiness · 1975
The Captivating Star of Happiness
5.81975
MovieDramaRomance
In December 1825, distinguished members of the Russian military, most of whom were quite affluent and of noble lineage, took it upon themselves to stir revolution against the autocratic and tyrannical Czar Nikolai I in the wake of his not honoring the drafting of a constitution for the Russian people. The revolution failed miserably and the conspirators (known as the Decembrists) were weeded out by the czar himself. One by one, each of the conspirators confess and are systematically exiled to the harsh winters of Siberia, slated to work and wither in a prison/mine. The wives of the conspirators are faced with the prospect of leaving the bosom of wealth and family (including their own children) to be with their husbands in the brutal Siberian locale. If they agree to this, they face having their illustrious social stations stripped away and certain disdain from everyone around them...
The Polynin CaseThe Polynin Case · 1970
The Polynin Case
5.01970
MovieDramaRomance
A story about a love between a Soviet Army officer and an actress set during the WWII.
Heiress in a Straight LineHeiress in a Straight Line · 1982
Heiress in a Straight Line
2.71982
MovieRomanceDrama
A story about a teenage girl who loves poetry and thinks of herself as A.S. Pushkin heiress.
Can-Can in English ParkCan-Can in English Park · 1985
Can-Can in English Park
7.01985
MovieThrillerDrama
A Ukrainian poet visiting his emigre cousin is threatened into working for the CIA's operations through Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
Return from OrbitReturn from Orbit · 1984
Return from Orbit
5.31984
MovieScience Fiction
An accident occurs on an orbital space station, as a result of which the ship's commander is seriously injured. He must be urgently delivered to Earth and testing must be continued. It can only be done by the crew of Kuznetsov-Mukhin.
Let's Talk, Brother...Let's Talk, Brother... · 1979
Let's Talk, Brother...
6.51979
Movie
The Testament of Professor DowellThe Testament of Professor Dowell · 1984
The Testament of Professor Dowell
5.01984
MovieAdventureDrama
For many years, a prominent scientist had been striving to solve the problem of immortality. He shared the results of his daring and risky experiments with his colleagues. But one day something happened that no one could have foreseen: the professor had disappeared. The best student and follower of Professor Dowell tries to use the results of his scientific research for criminal purposes.
And You Will See the SkyAnd You Will See the Sky · 1978
And You Will See the Sky
6.01978
MovieWarDrama
About the fifteen-year-old hero of the World War II, military pilot, cavalier of the Order of the Red Banner and two orders of the Red Star - Arkady Kamanin.
The White Horse Is Not My GriefThe White Horse Is Not My Grief · 1986
The White Horse Is Not My Grief
1986
MovieDramaTV Movie
About a young geography teacher, Aleksandr Arsenyevich, who tries to approach school problems in a new way.
Under the North Star 2Under the North Star 2 · 2002
Under the North Star 2
2002
MovieDrama
The film takes place in the seventies of the XX century, in a real country of the USSR and with real Soviet people of various levels: from workers to the leaders of the country. This is a patriotic film, with love (the authors especially insist on this) telling about our homeland, about our people, about the generation of our fathers, about their achievements and defeats, everyday life and holidays, joys and sorrows.
RingRing · 1973
Ring
6.01973
MovieMystery
Investigating the murder of a cash-collector, Major Isaev, a former boxing champion, comes to the conclusion that the killer is a boxer. To catch the criminal, Peter Isaev takes an unconventional decision. He applies to participate in the city's boxing championship, hoping that the criminal will probably come to watch the former champion fight. Isayev has to overcome each stage of the championship with difficulty: it has been five years since he left the ring...
Human TargetHuman Target · 1990
Human Target
5.01990
MovieActionCrime
A detective goes undercover in a small Russian town.
When the Lilacs BloomWhen the Lilacs Bloom · 2010
When the Lilacs Bloom
6.02010
MovieRomance
The main heroine lives in a tiny apartment with her elderly mother and young son. To support her family, she has to work hard, leaving her with almost no time for a personal life. Her friend, a housekeeper in a wealthy family, invites her to a gathering at her fiancé’s friends’ place, hoping to cheer her up a little.
Chief DesignerChief Designer · 1980
Chief Designer
8.51980
MovieDrama
A story about the creation of T-34 tank in Soviet Union during WWII.
PrimrosePrimrose · 1986
Primrose
1986
MovieDrama
Based on L. Yelisieieva’s short story "Far Away". In the 1920s–30s, a girl named Liolia grows up in poverty after her father is killed in the so-called “Civil War.” Her mother’s new marriage brings fear and violence into the home, so Liolia is sent to live with her grandmother, where she finds peace—though only briefly.
Schweik in World War IISchweik in World War II · 1969
Schweik in World War II
1969
MovieComedyWar
Based on the satirical anti-war comedy of the same name by B. Brecht.
The White She-BearThe White She-Bear · 2008
The White She-Bear
2008
MovieDramaRomance
Vadim Golikov, a successful boxing promoter, travels to the taiga to visit his old friend Platoshin, a former boxing champion of the Soviet Union. There, due to a misunderstanding, he is knocked down by Platoshin’s granddaughter, Sasha. Immediately recognizing her fighting talent, Golikov invites her to Moscow, but Sasha initially refuses. After some thought, she decides to make the trip to the capital. Ahead of her lies a tough road to success and fame as Russia’s very own "Million Dollar Baby".

TV Shows

Battle of the PsychicsBattle of the Psychics · 2007
Battle of the Psychics
6.62007
SeriesMystery
Battle of the Psychics (Bitva Extrasenov) is a Russian-language TNT TV show based on Britain’s Psychic Challenge. Each season starts with 8-13 participants selected for their superior psychic abilities, but tries to expose them as frauds. Tasks in the beginning of the series are relatively simple, such as revealing the contents of a sealed box or what lies behind an impenetrable screen, and progressively become more difficult. One participant judged to be worst is eliminated each week, but all participants advance to the next round if the panel is unable to come to a decision.
CadetshipCadetship · 2006
Cadetship
4.62006
SeriesComedy
Boys of fourteen years old find themselves in the Suvorov school – someone thanks to family tradition, someone for the sake of high ideals, and someone not even of their own free will. Having entered Suvorovskoye, the guys at first do not represent the full extent of the load, and most importantly, the responsibility that will have a profound impact on their subsequent life.
Investigation Held by ZnaToKiInvestigation Held by ZnaToKi · 1971
Investigation Held by ZnaToKi
7.61971
SeriesMysteryDrama
Empire is Under AttackEmpire is Under Attack · 2000
Empire is Under Attack
7.32000
SeriesMysteryDrama
In this TV-series the events of the beginning of the 20th century in Russia are highlighted. Revolutioners, terrorists, spies - and investigator Putilovskii and his team fight them as best they can.
Black RoomBlack Room · 2000
Black Room
7.72000
Series
The black room. Enclosed space. The action unfolds as if slowly. You understand that every word, every gesture of the heroes have a special, secret, as yet absolutely incomprehensible meaning. But you feel: you can't miss a single nuance. There are two or three heroes in each novel. There is a real drama between them, which ends with an explosion. Sometimes figuratively, and sometimes literally. Time is continuous: there is no yesterday and tomorrow.
Bourgeois's BirthdayBourgeois's Birthday · 2000
Bourgeois's Birthday
4.32000
SeriesCrimeMystery
Vladimir Kovalenko is one of those businessmen who "made themselves." He has everything you can only dream of: a well-established business, a beautiful lover, fame. But he does not know his real name and surname: he is a foundling, he received the nickname "Bourgeois" back in the orphanage - for knowing the value of money since childhood.
АвантюристкаАвантюристка · 2006
Авантюристка
2006
Series
Captain NemoCaptain Nemo · 1976
Captain Nemo
6.61976
SeriesSci-Fi & Fantasy
A Soviet three-part television miniseries directed by Vasily Levin loosely based on the novels Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.
Risk StrategyRisk Strategy · 1978
Risk Strategy
1978
SeriesDrama
A story about an oil worker who went from the head of a geological exploration expedition to the chief geologist of the trust.
Wayward ChildrenWayward Children · 2009
Wayward Children
2009
SeriesDrama
СлепойСлепой · 2004
Слепой
10.02004
SeriesCrime
Lucrative ContractLucrative Contract · 1980
Lucrative Contract
6.51980
SeriesMysteryCrime
An artist named Nikitin, who had come to Odessa to shoot a film, was the victim of a completely brazen attack. Only the intervention of a police sergeant who happened to be passing by saved him from certain death.