The Living

Historical Context and Significance

Viktor Rozov's play «The Living» holds significant historical and cultural importance. Written in 1943, it reflects the tragic events of the Great Patriotic War and raises important themes of love, duty, and human resilience. The play served as the basis for Mikhail Kalatozov's famous film «The Cranes Are Flying», which received international acclaim and was awarded the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1958. «The Living» influenced the development of Soviet drama and cinema, and contributed to the formation of the image of heroism and self-sacrifice in Soviet culture.