Marina Kuznetsova was a Soviet actress known for her roles in theater and film. She is best recognized for her performances in The Safety Match and other significant productions during her long career from the 1950s to the 1990s.
Personal and Family Life
Born on January 18, 1925, in the USSR, Marina Kuznetsova grew up in a period of great change and artistic development. She became a prominent figure in Moscow’s theater scene, performing at the Moscow Drama Theatre named after A. S. Pushkin. Her love for acting blossomed early, leading her to share the stage with many renowned actors of her time.
Career
Marina was a talented actress who joined the Moscow Drama Theatre in the 1950s and remained there until the 1990s. She took on leading roles under the direction of notable figures like Aleksei Dikij and Mikhail Tumanov. In addition to her stage work, she made her film debut in 1953 and gained attention for her role in the film The Safety Match, which solidified her status as a respected actress in Soviet cinema.
Death and Legacy
Marina Kuznetsova passed away on February 16, 1996, in Moscow, Russia. Her contributions to theater and film left a lasting impact on Russian performing arts, and she is remembered as one of the elegant actresses of her era. Her impressive body of work continues to be celebrated by fans and admirers of Russian cinema.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Koleso lyubvi | 4.1 | |
| 1991 | Hey, Lads and Lasses | 7.4 | |
| 1991 | Natashka | 5.1 | |
| 1991 | 1000 dollarov v odnu storonu | (as M. Kuznetsova) | 5.1 |
| 1990 | Propal drug | 6.7 | |
| 1990 | Ispanskaya aktrisa dlya russkogo ministra | (as M. Kuznetsova) | 4.7 |
| 1990 | Oblomov | TV Movie | 6.0 |
| 1972 | Pervyy posetitel | 5.9 | |
| 1966 | Baba | (as M. Kuznetsova) | 5.8 |
| 1964 | A Tale of Lost Times | Zina Kutyapina | 7.0 |
| 1957 | A Gift for Music | Irina Dobrynina (as M. Kuznetsova) | 6.6 |
| 1955 | The Safety Match | Olga Petrovna Kuzmich | 7.8 |
| 1954 | Svadba Krechinskogo | Lidochka (as M. M. Kuznetsova) | 5.8 |
| 1953 | Zastava v gorakh | Vera Alexandrovna (as M. Kuznetsova) | 5.6 |