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Iskra Babich
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Born (1932-01-10)10 January 1932
Died 5 August 2001(2001-08-05) (aged 69)
Moscow, Russia
Occupation Film director
Screenwriter
Years active 1960–1983

Iskra Leonidovna Babich (born January 10, 1932 – died August 5, 2001) was a talented film director and writer from the Soviet Union. She was known for creating movies that told important stories. Her most famous film was Muzhiki!, which means 'Men!' in Russian. This movie was very popular and received special honors at a major film festival.

Achievements in Film

Iskra Babich's film Muzhiki! was a big success. It was shown at the 32nd Berlin International Film Festival, a famous event where movies from all over the world are presented.

Awards for Muzhiki!

Her film Muzhiki! earned several important awards:

  • It won the Vasilyev Brothers State Prize of the RSFSR in 1981. This was a very respected award in the Soviet Union for achievements in art.
  • The film also received prizes at film festivals held in West Berlin and Vancouver.
  • In 1982, a magazine called Soviet Screen asked people to vote for their favorite film. Muzhiki! was chosen as the best film of that year.

About Iskra Babich's Life

Iskra Babich was married to an actor named Afanasi Kochetkov. She passed away in 2001.

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