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Called to Live (1961)

Movie ★ 8.0 87 min

After learning that his brother Vazgen had died in his homeland during the Second World War, Gurgen Aramyan, who had been sent to an American orphanage during the bloody genocide of the Armenian people and remained in America, decided to travel to the Soviet Union in search of his children, Varazdat and Mariam. In the early days of the city's occupation, Vazgen joined the partisans. His wife was shot and killed by a German patrol. Varazdat and Mariam were left alone. They went to visit their neighbor, Uncle Stepan, who had recently escaped from a Soviet prison and was now afraid of both his own people and strangers.

Laert Vagharshyan Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1961
Runtime
87 min
IMDb
tt0361807
Studio
Armenia Studio

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Frequently asked questions

What is Called to Live about?
After learning that his brother Vazgen had died in his homeland during the Second World War, Gurgen Aramyan, who had been sent to an American orphanage during the bloody genocide of the Armenian people and remained in America, decided to travel to the Soviet Union in search of his children, Varazdat and Mariam. In the early days of the city's occupation, Vazgen joined the partisans. His wife was shot and killed by a German patrol. Varazdat and Mariam were left alone. They went to visit their neighbor, Uncle Stepan, who had recently escaped from a Soviet prison and was now afraid of both his own people and strangers.
Who directed Called to Live?
Called to Live was directed by Laert Vagharshyan.
Who stars in Called to Live?
Called to Live stars Gurgen Tonunts, Davit Malyan, Valentin Bryleev, Maya Blinova.
When was Called to Live released?
Called to Live is a 1961 drama film.
Where can I watch Called to Live?
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