Dark Eyes poster

Dark Eyes poster

Dark Eyes

2021 19mMovie

Documentary

Arguably Russia’s most famous folk song, Dark Eyes has captured hearts around the world for the past 100 years. This portrait explores the song’s somewhat controversial history, its musical versatility and its cultural relevance. Performances by Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, Liberace, a 13-piece orchestra and a Russian folk group make it clear why Dark Eyes has stood the test of time.

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Karen Jemison

Director

Top Cast

Alan Cook

Self

Dr Hubertus Jahn

Self

Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra

Self (archive footage)

Liberace

Liberace

Self (archive footage)

Louis Armstrong

Louis Armstrong

Self (archive footage)

Feodor Chaliapin Sr.

Feodor Chaliapin Sr.

Self (archive footage)