For the actresses Anna Samokhina and Nadira Mirzaeva the film was their cinematic debut. Local Georgian pilot Mimino dreams of flying airplanes for major international airlines. For even more, visit our Family Entertainment Guide. After military defeat, Emperor Napoleon abdicates and is in exile on the island of Elba. While imprisoned, he meets the Abbe Faria, a fellow prisoner whom everyone believes to be mad. Set during the Civil War between the Reds and the Whites that followed the 1917 revolution in Russia, A Russian version of the classic Alexandre Dumas novel. While imprisoned, he meets the Abbe Faria, a fellow prisoner whom everyone believes to be mad. The site was originally used as a military fortress, but had many features that made it an ideal prison. Written by But the deep-seated jealousy of Edmond's enemies destroys everything... On the advice of Danglar, a close friend of Dantès, the fisherman Fernand who is passionately in love with Mercedes writes a denunciation to the prosecutor of Marseilles and by the order of assistant prosecutor de Villefort hapless Dantès becomes imprisoned in the most horrible dungeon Château d'If. The Abbe tells Edmond of a fantastic treasure hidden away on a tiny island, that only he knows the location of. The Prisoner of Château d'If or (Russian: Узник замка Иф, romanized: Uznik zamka If) is a 1988 Soviet drama film directed by Georgi Yungvald-Khilkevich based on the novel The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. One of the few that keeps the message of the book of forgiveness and restart. Certificate: T After many years in prison, the old Abbe dies, … Picking up from Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson: The Acquaintance (1980) adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson continue as they oppose a fierce crime syndicate in one of their greatest challenges. However, the largest source of this prison’s international famecame after the middle of 19th century, when Alexandre Dumas released its famous novel The Count of Monte Cristo which described how the novels hero Edmond Dantès survived his 14 yearlong imprisonment and eventual escape from Château d'If. This page was last edited on 3 September 2020, at 00:20. Looking for a movie the entire family can enjoy? Edmond Dantes is falsely accused by those jealous of his good fortune, and is sentenced to spend the rest of his life in the notorious island prison, Chateau d'If. Popularity of Alexandre Dumas’s book, and the stories of many famous inhabitants that spent their sentence there (some true, and some fake, such as famous “Man in the Iron Mask” who in reality was never imprisoned there) proved to be successful into gathering significant public attention, and this prison represents one of the most notable prison tourist spots in the Europe. The film is set in France, at the beginning of the 19th century. After many years in prison, the old Abbe dies, and Edmond escapes disguised as the dead body. Holy Roman Emperor Charles V prepared an attack on Marseille in July 1531 but … The Abbe tells Edmond of a fantastic treasure hidden away on a tiny island, that only he knows the location of. Geographical span of the production was quite extensive: Italy. After the general Soviet gulag amnesty of 1953 8 pardoned common criminals terrorize the inhabitants. The waters surrounding the small island are very dangerous, with fast currents that can easily drag even a strong swimmer to their death. Years pass and Edmond Dantès is reborn, becoming the most intelligent and educated person. A variety of prisoners … With Viktor Avilov, Evgeniy Dvorzhetskiy, Aleksey Petrenko, Nadira Mirzayeva. Edmond Dantes is unjustly sent to prison for 18 years. Many misadventures ensue. He escapes to reclaim his fiancée Mercedes and revenge against his nemesis, Mondego. A Russian version of the classic Alexandre Dumas novel. The Prisoner of Castle If The famous brig "Triumph" took part in the shooting of the film which has "starred" in nearly 30 Soviet and Russian adventure and historical films. He begins to investigate thoroughly the lives of his enemies, and soon discovers the terrible and bloody secrets they contain. Take the time to visit both Château d’If and the neighbouring island of Frioul in the same day. Taking advantage of the death of Abbé Faria, Edmond manages to escape from the Château d'If. While imprisoned, he meets the Abbe Faria, a fellow prisoner whom everyone believes to be mad. Check out some of the IMDb editors' favorites movies and shows to round out your Watchlist. Retired Sherlock Holmes and practicing Dr. Watson come back together to solve a puzzle in the beginning of the 20th century. The Abbe tells Edmond of a fantastic treasure hidden away on a tiny island, that only he knows the location of. Edmond Dantes is falsely accused by those jealous of his good fortune, and is sentenced to spend the rest of his life in the notorious island prison, Chateau d'If. Directed by Peter Hammond. It is famous for being one of the settings of Alexandre Dumas' adventure novel The Count of Monte Cristo. His son was brought up by a Russian woman who ... See full summary ». Château d'If is today regarded as one of the most famous European prisons. During World War II, a Soviet veteran pilot teaches to newcomers that war is transient, and music is eternal. The Château d’If was a prison built on a small island in the Bay of Marseille, off the coast of France. Power and money - all this is now in the hands of scoundrels making them almost invulnerable, but the Count of Monte Cristo is full of lust for revenge. Built on a small 30.000 square meters island in the Bay of Marseille, this fortified fortress with walls guarding every inch of its coast represented perfect place for prison. After many years in prison, the old Abbe dies, and Edmond escapes disguised as the dead body. Jean-Marc Rocher . Accused by an anonymous letter of being an agent for Bonaparte, Edmond is arrested and imprisoned without trial in the notorious Chateau D'If prison. Île d’If (Island of Yew Trees) is a tiny, three hectare island in the Bay of Marseille and the Chateau d’If has been described as France’s answer to Alcatraz. The paths and stone can be hard-going on the feet, so take practical footwear and lots of water in summer. Dantès finds the treasure, "buries" his name forever and becomes the Count of Monte Cristo. Built on a small 30.000 square meters island in the Bay of Marseille, this fortified fortress with walls guarding every inch of its coast represented perfect place for prison. Title: Escape from the Château d’If is virtually impossible. The shipowner appoints Edmond as captain and in Marseille, the beautiful bride Mercedes waits for Dantès. De Villefort was appointed as king's attorney, and the simple fisherman Fernand has become a Count, General, Lord of France and - the most important for him - Mercedes's husband. How to get there: Ferries leave from the Old Port in … Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. As requested by the dying Captain, his assistant Edmond Dantès approaches the island and takes with him a certain letter which he has to deliver in Paris. A life story of a gypsy man Budulai in search for happiness and love who appears in a village and meets his son whom he'd never seen before. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Abbé tries to dig a hole to freedom in his cell but instead ends up in Edmond's cell. Château d'If is today regarded as one of the most famous European prisons. Petty officer Danglar has become the Baron, one of the richest bankers in France. A young officer, falsely imprisoned by his jealous "friends," escapes and uses a hidden treasure to exact his revenge. During its active years, this prison held various inmates, from the 3500 French Protestants, to the rich political offenders that lived through their sentence in relative comfort (provided that they had the money to pay to support themselves) in their private cells, far above the poor criminals who were left in windowless dungeons filled with horror, disease and hunger.