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.
Acting
Movie
Ballad of a Soldier
as The Train Conductor (uncredited)
1959
Movie
Zigzag of Success
1968
Movie
The Marriage of Balzaminov
as кухарка, Матрёна
1964
Movie
Come Tomorrow...
as Frosya
1962
Movie
Cossacks of the Kuban
as Lubochka
1950
Movie
Chuk and Gek
1953
Movie
A Big Family
as Dunyasha
1954
Movie
Honeymoon
as Zoya
1956
TV
To Remember
as archivefootage
1993
Movie
The Shadow Near the Pier
as Shubina
1955
Movie
Reckoning
1970
Movie
Lullaby
as Olga
1959
Movie
One Lovely Day
1956
Movie
Alyosha Ptitsyn Develops Character
1953
Movie
Mysterious Find
as Ekaterina Sotnikova
1953
Movie
Revenge
1960
Movie
The Country Doctor
1952
Movie
Road to the Sea
as bookseller
1966
Movie
Steppe Dawns
1953
Movie
Clumsy Friend
as Tamara
1959
Movie
Thirst Over the Stream
1969