A middle-aged Russian nobleman and the film’s central figure, Oblomov is slothful and seemingly unhappy, spending much of the story sleeping while Zakhar attends to him. Stoltz tries to draw him into social life, and his romance with Olga briefly inspires change before he retreats to a quieter, more satisfied existence.
Eldest Rostov son, honorable cavalry officer, loyal friend and devoted brother.
Young Rostov son shaped by military service, family loyalty, and youthful honor.
The youngest of Klavdiya’s children, Oleg is 15 and lives with his family in their Moscow apartment. He accidentally spills ink on a new desk, provoking a confrontation with Lena. After she throws the aquarium out the window, he reaches a breaking point; later, he rejects the replacement aquarium bought with stolen money.
The monarch of France who is easily manipulated by Cardinal Richelieu. He agrees to host a royal ball where Queen Anne must wear the diamond studs, effectively setting a trap to expose her alleged infidelity. He personally attends the Siege of La Rochelle, where Richelieu serves as commander, demonstrating the Cardinal's overwhelming political control over the crown.
A pragmatic, money-loving talking cat who manages the village and clashes with the dog.
A practical and outspoken cat whose disagreement over an expensive purchase causes a temporary rift with his companion.
Miss Andrew is Mr. Banks's childhood nanny, whose unexpected arrival turns the household into a strict discipline camp. She establishes a reward for exemplary behavior, causing the family to suppress opposition and even confine Robert. Mary Poppins later restores the household and sends Miss Andrew away in a cab.
The owner of the local bar who profits from daily brawls. He loses significant business when Johnny's films civilize the cowboys. Desperate to stop the change, Harry attempts to sabotage Johnny by burning the film shed, stealing the projection sheet, and hiring Black Jack to murder him, but his schemes ultimately fail.
An elderly man in a wheelchair who operates a coffee grinder and spends time with a little girl from the neighborhood. He teaches her chess and reads to her, while she brings him water poisoned with rat poison. After drinking it, he dies; the girl has heard that she and her mother expect to get his room after his death.
The Cook is a retired ship’s cook who comes to Nastya after recognizing the possibility that he fathered her. Although he initially participates in the rivalry among the three candidates, he later sets it aside and helps create the holiday celebration. He prepares a lavish New Year’s feast and shares the men’s new sense of family.
Treacherous Eastern ruler or tsar.
Oleg Tabakov has 153 screen credits in a career dating back to 1957. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Похождения Бамбра (Коллекция) with 3 titles. Signature works include Oblomov, The President and his Granddaughter, Young-Green. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 7 universes
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