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Director

Vasily Zhuravlyov

Directing
1936 · 1 film
Lived
2 August 1904 — d. 1987
From
Ryazan, Ryazan uyezd, Ryazan Governorate, Russian Empire [now Ryazan Oblast, Russia]

Vasily Zhuravlyov was a Soviet film director and screenwriter, recognized for his contributions to early Soviet science fiction cinema. His most notable work, Cosmic Journey (1936), is considered a pioneering film in the science fiction genre, depicting a manned mission to the moon. Zhuravlyov's innovative use of special effects and scientific consultation set a precedent for future science fiction films in Soviet cinema.

Career Signature

How Vasily Zhuravlyov’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they directed.