Vasily Zhuravlyov

Vasily Zhuravlyov was a Soviet film director and screenwriter, recognized for his contributions to early Soviet science fiction cinema. His most notable work, Cosmic Journey (1936), is considered a pioneering film in the science fiction genre, depicting a manned mission to the moon. Zhuravlyov's innovative use of special effects and scientific consultation set a precedent for future science fiction films in Soviet cinema.

Other name:

Vasili Zhuravlyov,

Wassili Schurawljow,

Vasily Zhuravlev,

В. Журавлёв,

В. Журавлев

Gender:

Male

Birthday:

Aug 2, 1904

Deathday:

16 thg 11, 1987

Place of birth:

Ryazan, Ryazan uyezd, Ryazan Governorate, Russian Empire [now Ryazan Oblast, Russia]