Ekaterina Savinova
Ekaterina Savinova (1926-1970) was a distinguished Soviet actress and singer known for her memorable roles in Soviet cinema. Born on December 26, 1926, in the village of Yeltsovka, Altai Krai, Savinova demonstrated her talent for acting early in life. She graduated from the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (VGIK) in 1951, studying under the guidance of prominent Soviet filmmakers. Savinova is best remembered for her role as Frosya Burlakova in the 1963 film "Come Tomorrow", a performance that earned her widespread acclaim for its warmth and authenticity. Her portrayal of the naive yet determined rural girl moving to the city resonated deeply with audiences. Tragically, Savinova's career and life were cut short due to a battle with mental illness. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, she faced significant challenges, which ultimately led to her untimely death on April 25, 1970. Despite her brief career, Savinova left a lasting impact on Soviet cinema, remembered for her exceptional talent and enduring performances.
Known For
Credits
- 1993 · To Remember as archivefootage
- 1970 · Reckoning as
- 1969 · Thirst Over the Stream as
- 1968 · Zigzag of Success as
- 1966 · Road to the Sea as bookseller
- 1964 · The Marriage of Balzaminov as Matryona
- 1962 · Come Tomorrow... as Frosya
- 1960 · Mest as
- 1959 · Ballad of a Soldier as The Train Conductor (uncredited)
- 1959 · Lullaby as Olga
- 1959 · Clumsy Friend as Tamara
- 1956 · Honeymoon as Zoya
- 1956 · One fine day as
- 1955 · The Shadow Near the Pier as Shubina
- 1954 · A Big Family as Dunyasha
- 1953 · Mysterious Find as Ekaterina Sotnikova
- 1953 · Alyosha Ptitsyn Develops Character as
- 1953 · Chuk and Gek as
- 1952 · The Country Doctor as
- 1950 · Cossacks of the Kuban as Lubochka