Total Balalaika Show movie poster

Total Balalaika Show

May 6, 1994 0h 57m 6.2/10 (26 votes)

Originally released in 1994. Total Balalaika Show is a music/documentary film. directed by Aki Kaurismäki. At just 57 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Twist-Twist Erkinharju, Ben Granfelt, and Sakke Järvenpää

Synopsis

A 57-minute documentary of a Helsinki concert featuring the Leningrad Cowboys and the Alexandrov Red Army Choir and Ballet, who collaborate on a number of US Rock songs sung in English (like "Sweet Home, Alabama") as well as more traditional Russian songs like the "Volga Boatman."

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 6, 1994 31 years ago
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Runtime 0h 57m 57 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (26 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Finland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Provisual
  • Sputnik

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Total Balalaika Show about?

A 57-minute documentary of a Helsinki concert featuring the Leningrad Cowboys and the Alexandrov Red Army Choir and Ballet, who collaborate on a number of US Rock songs sung in English (like "Sweet...

Who directed Total Balalaika Show?

Total Balalaika Show was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

How long is Total Balalaika Show?

Total Balalaika Show has a runtime of 0 hours and 57 minutes (57 minutes total).

When was Total Balalaika Show released?

Total Balalaika Show was released on May 6, 1994 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Total Balalaika Show?

The main cast of Total Balalaika Show includes Twist-Twist Erkinharju, Ben Granfelt, Sakke Järvenpää, Sakari Kuosmanen, Jore Marjaranta.