Anna Karenina poster

Anna Karenina (1935)

"THESE TWO LOVED...and the world stood aghast!"

6.519351h 35mEN
HistoryDramaRomance

Directed by Clarence Brown

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

August 30, 1935

Director

Clarence Brown

Official Trailer

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Overview

In Imperial Russia, Anna, wife of the officer Karenin, goes to Moscow to visit her brother. On the way, she meets charming cavalry officer Vronsky, to whom she's immediately attracted. But in St. Petersburg’s high society, a relationship like this could destroy a woman’s reputation.

Cast

Greta Garbo

Greta Garbo

Anna Karenina

Fredric March

Fredric March

Count Vronsky

Freddie Bartholomew

Freddie Bartholomew

Sergei

Maureen O'Sullivan

Maureen O'Sullivan

Kitty

May Robson

May Robson

Countess Vronsky

Basil Rathbone

Basil Rathbone

Alexei Alexandrovitch Karenin

Reginald Owen

Reginald Owen

Stiva

Phoebe Foster

Phoebe Foster

Dolly

Reginald Denny

Reginald Denny

Yashvin

Gyles Isham

Gyles Isham

Konstantin Demitrievitch Levin

Joan Marsh

Joan Marsh

Lili

Ethel Griffies

Ethel Griffies

Mme. Kartasoff

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Anna Karenina (1935), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In Imperial Russia, Anna, wife of the officer Karenin, goes to Moscow to visit her brother. On the way, she meets charming cavalry officer Vronsky, to whom she's immediately attracted. But in St. Petersburg’s high society, a relationship like this could destroy a woman’s reputation.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Anna Karenina. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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