The Academician From Askania (1962)

The twenties. Hungry and impoverished country. Lenin signs a decree on the protection of breeding livestock. Nevertheless, Ivanov's experiments become known not only to the country of the Soviets, but also to enemies working for American farmers. The Chekists become involved in Ivanov's research.

• Release Date: 1962-03-19
• Runtime: 1h 40min
• Production Company: Mosfilm
• Production Country: Soviet Union
• Director: Vladimir Gerasimov