The Elusive Revengers (1967)
A thrilling Soviet adventure following four young rebels who take on White Guard enemies during the Russian Civil War.
The Elusive Revengers - Movie Information
- Original Title: Неуловимые мстители
- Release Year: 1967
- Directed by: Edmond Keosayan
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Family
- Runtime: 1h 18m
- Original Language: Russian
- Spoken Languages: Russian
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 29, 1967 (SU), November 10, 1967 (Germany)
- Alternative Titles: Los vengadores incapturables (ES), Неуловимые мстители (RU), Razbunatorii (RO), The Elusive Avengers (US)
- Production Companies: Mosfilm, Tvorcheskoe obyedinenie «Yunost'»
- Production Countries: Soviet Union
The Elusive Revengers - Plot
Danka's and Ksanka's childhood in the village brutally ends when their father is killed by a White Guard officer in front of their eyes. Seeking revenge, they join forces with Valerka, an intellectual from big city, and the gipsy Yashka, but before they can get close to their enemy they have to help their village and the advancing Red Army.
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The Elusive Revengers - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Edmond Keosayan
Main Cast
- Vasiliy Vasilev
- Viktor Kosykh
- Valentina Kurdyukova
- Mikhail Metyolkin
- Lev Sverdlin
- Efim Kopelyan
- Vladimir Belokurov
- Vladimir Treshchalov
- Gennadiy Yukhtin
- Nadezhda Fedosova
Writers
- Pavel Blyakhin
- Edmond Keosayan
- Sergey Yermolinsky
The Elusive Revengers - FAQs
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Is The Elusive Revengers based on a true story?
The film is not based on a specific true story, but it is rooted in the historical context of the Russian Civil War (1917–1922). The screenplay draws on the era's real conflict between Red Army forces and White Guard units, lending the adventure an authentic historical backdrop.
Who are the main actors in The Elusive Revengers?
The principal cast includes Vasiliy Vasilev as Yashka, Viktor Kosykh as Dan'ka, Valentina Kurdyukova as Ksanka, and Mikhail Metyolkin as Valerka. Supporting roles are filled by Lev Sverdlin, Efim Kopelyan, Boris Sichkin, Inna Churikova, and Savely Kramarov.
What is The Elusive Revengers about?
The film follows siblings Danka and Ksanka, whose childhood is shattered when a White Guard officer murders their father. Joining a city boy named Valerka and a young Romani named Yashka, the four form a daring band determined to seek revenge while aiding the Red Army during the Russian Civil War.
Why did The Elusive Revengers become a Soviet classic?
The film became a beloved Soviet classic by blending the excitement of a Western-style adventure with a coming-of-age story set during the Civil War. Its young heroes, memorable characters, rousing music by Boris Mokrousov, and fast-paced action resonated deeply with generations of Soviet and Russian audiences.
Who directed The Elusive Revengers?
The Elusive Revengers was directed by Edmond Keosayan, a Soviet Armenian filmmaker known for his work in adventure and action cinema. The film was produced by Mosfilm and Tvorcheskoe obyedinenie Yunost', and its success led Keosayan to direct two sequels.
How long is The Elusive Revengers?
The Elusive Revengers has a runtime of 78 minutes, making it a brisk and energetic watch well suited to its family adventure format. The film was released in the Soviet Union on April 29, 1967, and later in Germany on November 10, 1967.
Are there sequels to The Elusive Revengers?
Yes. The film's popularity spawned two direct sequels: The New Adventures of the Elusive Avengers (1968) and Crown of the Russian Empire, or the Elusives Again (1971), both also directed by Edmond Keosayan and featuring the same core cast of young heroes.
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