Doctor Zhivago
Winner of five Oscars, David Lean's Doctor Zhivago (1965) follows a Russian doctor (Omar Sharif) pursuing the woman he loves (Julie Christie) during Russia's turbulent political changes of World War I, the Bolshevik Revolution and Communism's rise to power.
"An example of superb old-style craftsmanship at the service of a soppy romantic vision, and although its portentous historical drama evaporates once you return to the fresh air, watching it can be seductive." (Roger Ebert)
Winner of five 1966 Academy Awards including Best Cinematography, Best Score, Best Adapted Screenplay.
1965Rating: PG, for mature themes192 minsUSA, Italy
DramaRomanceWar
- Director:
- David Lean ('Lawrence of Arabia', 'The Bridge on the River Kwai')
- Writer:
- Robert Bolt
- Cast:
- Omar SharifJulie ChristieGeraldine ChaplinRod SteigerAlec GuinnessTom Courtenay
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