Film

A Quiet Day at the End of the War

1970Directed by Nikita Mikhalkov

Where to watch

No streaming, free, rental, or purchase options are currently listed in the United States.

Availability data provided by JustWatch through TMDB. Options can change.

Released
Runtime
38m

About A Quiet Day at the End of the War

  • Drama

Synopsis

As WWII comes to a close, a wounded Soviet soldier and a Kazak woman seek refuge in a church. In this holy place, they take time to rest and appreciate the beauty of their surroundings, as the interior of the building is lined with ornate works of art. A group of Nazi soldiers eventually disrupts this moment of peace, as they enter the church and defile the sacred works within. Undetected, the original occupants witness this atrocity and the proud Russian feels compelled to fight in an effort to preserve his country’s history.

Director
  • Nikita Mikhalkov
Writer
  • Rustam Ibragimbekov
Original title
Спокойный день в конце войны

Principal cast

In billing order