Early Russian Cinema (Lecture 1)

Who directed the film "Battleship Potemkin"?

• Sergei Eisenstein

• Lev Kuleshov  

• Vsevolod Pudovkin  

• Alexander Dovzhenko  

What event triggers the uprising aboard the Battleship Potemkin in Sergei Eisenstein's film?

• A naval battle against enemy ships  

• A celebration of victory over a rival fleet  

• The crew's revolt against inhumane treatment and spoiled meat  

• A rescue mission for trapped sailors

In "Battleship Potemkin," what event does the famous "Odessa Steps" scene depict?

• A naval battle  

• A peaceful protest  

• A celebration of victory  

• A massacre of civilians by soldiers  

What is a defining characteristic of early Russian cinema that distinguishes it from Hollywood films, particularly regarding their endings?

• Focus on romantic comedies

• Preference for happy endings

• Dramatic and tragic endings

• Emphasis on science fiction themes

What event heavily influenced early Russian cinema?

• The October Revolution 1917

• The French Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution

• World War II

What best describes Alexander Dovzhenko's style in his film "Earth"?

• Bright colors and fast editing for urban chaos.

• Long shots of landscapes and nature as a character itself.

• Lots of dialogue explaining characters' feelings.

• Modern effects for futuristic themes.

What characteristic is often associated with avant-garde cinema in the 1920s Russian films?

• Use of traditional storytelling methods  

• Emphasis on visual style and experimental techniques  

• Focus on commercial success  

• Focus on happy endings 

What was one of the main goals of Soviet filmmakers during the 1920s of cinema?

• To create purely entertainment-focused films  

• To promote capitalist ideals  

• To mimic Western filmmaking styles  

• To educate and inspire the masses about socialism and the revolution

Which TWO films are considered an example of Soviet avant-garde cinema?

Mark 2 answers

• The Cranes are Flying

• Stalker

• Mother

• Earth

Ladislas Starevich used real ___________ in his animated cartoons. They acterd as the main characters.

• DOGS

• BUGS

• CATS

• FURNITURE