The Cranes Are Flying

1957 · 1h37 · Film

Directed by Mikheil Kalatozishvili

Starring Alexeï Batalov

7.9/10Aggregated public rating
457 votes

Palme d'or

Vibes:to cry

Vibes:tearsromancedarkness

Ideal when you feel…

Romantic

Sad / low

DramaRomanceWar

Veronika and Boris come together in Moscow shortly before World War II. Walking along the river, they watch cranes fly overhead, and promise to rendezvous before Boris leaves to fight. Boris misses the meeting and is off to the front lines, while Veronika waits patiently, sending letters faithfully. After her house is bombed, Veronika moves in with Boris' family, into the company of a cousin with his own intentions.

Original title: Летят журавли
Original language: Russian

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Updated July 22, 2026