Elina Bystritskaya was a Soviet-Russian actress who is best known for her roles in Quiet Flows the Don, Neokonchennaya povest, and various other films. Born on April 4, 1928, in Kiev, Ukraine, she gained recognition for her impactful performances throughout her career.
Personal and Family Life
Elina Bystritskaya was born as Elina Avraamovna Bystritskaya to a Jewish family in Ukraine. Her father was a respected medical doctor, while her mother worked as a medical administrator. She was married to Nikolai Ivanovich Kuzminsky from 1958 until their divorce in 1985. Elina also worked as a medical nurse during the Second World War before pursuing her dream of acting.
Career
Beginning her acting career at the Kiev Theatrical Institute, Elina quickly rose to fame after starring as Aksinya in the film Quiet Flows the Don. This role became her signature performance, and she was celebrated as the “Best Soviet actress” in 1955. She continued to be an active member of the Maly Theatre in Moscow and took part in significant cultural exchanges, including meeting President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1960.
Death and Legacy
Elina Bystritskaya passed away on April 26, 2019, in Moscow, Russia. She left behind a rich legacy in Soviet cinema, known for her distinct roles and contributions to the arts. As a respected actress and educator, she helped influence the next generation of performers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Русский сувенир | 1960-06-27 | Pandora Montesi |
| Тихий Дон | 1957-10-26 | Aksiniya |
| Всё остаётся людям | 1963-12-28 | Ksenia Rumyantseva |
| В мирные дни | 1950-06-06 | Lena |
| Неоконченная повесть | 1955-10-17 | Yelizaveta Muromtseva |
| Дачники | 1967-09-25 | Yulia Filippovna |
| Семь дней после убийства | 1991-01-03 | Kira Aleksandrovna |
| Бравые парни | 1993-05-14 | |
| Добровольцы | 1958-10-20 | Lyolya |
| Сага древних булгар: Лествица Владимира Красное Солнышко | 2004-12-31 | Duchess Olga |
| Негасимое пламя | 1964-12-07 | Glasha |
| Николай Бауман | 1967-11-03 | Andreyeva |
| «Богатырь» идёт в Марто | 1954-10-25 | radistka Evgeníya Sergeevna |
| Сага древних булгар: Сказание Ольги Святой | 2004-12-31 | Saint Olga |
| Чтобы помнили | 1993-12-09 | Narrator |