The Sky Calls

Synopsis

Nebo Zovyot (1959) follows the story of a Soviet cosmonaut team led by Pavel Ivanovich Sedikh, played by Ivan Pereverzev, as they embark on a dangerous mission to the Moon. Faced with various challenges and obstacles, the team must demonstrate courage, teamwork, and resilience in the face of the unknown. As the cosmonauts navigate the vastness of space, they are confronted with personal and professional dilemmas that test their limits. Nebo Zovyot captures the spirit of exploration, sacrifice, and human ambition in the midst of the Space Race during the height of the Cold War.

Cast

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  Ivan Pereverzev

  Yevgeny Petrovich Kornev

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  Gurgen Tonunts

  Erwin Verst

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  Aleksandr Shvorin

  Andrej Gordienko

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  Konstantin Bartashevich

  Robert Clark

• Larisa Borisenko

  Olga

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  Valentin Chernyak

  Grigoriy Somov

Reviews

Nebo Zovyot, also known as 'The Heavens Call', has garnered mixed reviews from critics over the years. While some praise the film for its historical significance and portrayal of space exploration, others criticize its heavy-handed propaganda and lackluster special effects. Rotten Tomatoes rates Nebo Zovyot at 3.8/10, with one critic stating, 'A dated relic of Soviet cinema that struggles to maintain relevance in the modern era.' On the other hand, IMDb gives the film a rating of 4.4/10, highlighting Pereverzev's performance as a standout element. Despite its flaws, Nebo Zovyot remains a noteworthy piece of cinematic history that offers a glimpse into the ambitions of the Soviet space program.

See also

North by Northwest

Night of the Living Dead

The Zone of Interest

City Lights