Boris Blinov was an American actor best known for Chapaev, Chetvyortyy periskop, and Vozdushnyy izvozchik. He was born on April 19, 1909, in St. Petersburg, Russian Empire [now Russia], and passed away on September 13, 1943, in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan] due to typhoid fever.
Personal and Family Life
Boris Blinov’s early life in St. Petersburg was marked by the rich cultural tapestry of Russia. Not much is known about his family background or personal relationships, but he rose to prominence in the Soviet film industry during the 1930s and 1940s.
Career
Blinov’s career included notable performances in several films. He quickly became recognized for his acting skills, particularly in the role of Furmanov in the film Chapaev. His work contributed significantly to the Soviet cinema landscape during his active years.
Death and Legacy
Boris Blinov died on September 13, 1943, at 34 years old. His death from typhoid fever cut short a promising career, but he is remembered for his roles in Soviet film history, which continue to influence actors and filmmakers today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Чапаев | 1934-11-07 | Furmanov |
| Воздушный извозчик | 1943-08-26 | The Colonel |
| Убийцы выходят на дорогу | 1942-01-01 | |
| Жди меня | 1943-11-01 | Nikolai |
| Выборгская сторона | 1939-04-01 | |
| Юность Максима | 1935-01-01 | Political prisoner |
| Член правительства | 1940-03-08 | Секретарь райкома |
| Яков Свердлов | 1940-12-12 | |
| Фронт | 1943-02-01 | Гвардеец Остапенко |
| Четвертый перископ | 1939-01-01 | Командир эскадренного миноносца «Отважный» Владимир Крайнев |
| Фронтовые подруги | 1941-05-19 | Morozov |
| Подруги | 1936-02-19 | Injured commissar (uncredited) |
| Волочаевские дни | 1938-01-20 | Bublik |
| Белорусские новеллы | 1943-08-20 |