Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears (1980) poster5

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Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears

Москва слезам не верит

1980 · 142 min · Drama

Three young provincial women chase their dreams in 1950s Moscow, and when one is left pregnant and alone, she rebuilds her life over the next two decades into unexpected success — and a second chance at love. An Oscar-winning Soviet drama.

Why it’s here

Menshov’s expansive Moscow social drama remains a deeply embedded and widely loved Russian cultural touchstone.

Runtime
142 min
Genre
Drama · Comedy · Romance
Mood
funny · romantic · thoughtful
Entry
some context
Best for
a lighter route
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