Vasily Zhuravlyov
- Directing
- Born
- 2 August 1904 (died 16 November 1987)
- Place of birth
- Ryazan, Ryazan uyezd, Ryazan Governorate, Russian Empire [now Ryazan Oblast, Russia]
- Known for
- Directing · Adventure in Odessa, The Rider on the Golden Horse
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.
Filmography
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