Rufina Nifontova was an American actress known for her roles in Flames on the Volga (1956), Opasnyy povorot (1972), and Den, kogda ispolnyaetsya 30 let (1962). She was born on September 15, 1931, in Moscow, RSFSR, USSR (now Russia), and passed away on November 28, 1994, in Moscow, Russia.
Personal and Family Life
Rufina Nifontova grew up in Moscow, where she developed a passion for acting early in her life. Although not much is publicly known about her family background, her talent led her to become a well-respected figure in the Soviet film industry.
Career
Throughout her career, Rufina appeared in numerous films and television shows, showcasing her acting skills across various genres. She gained recognition for her work in both dramatic and comedic roles, making her a versatile actress beloved by audiences. Some of her notable performances include characters in significant productions of the time.
Death and Legacy
Rufina Nifontova passed away on November 28, 1994, from a heart attack. Her contributions to film and television continue to be remembered today, as she left behind a legacy that inspires upcoming actors and filmmakers. Her performances remain celebrated in the history of Russian cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Вам и не снилось | 1982-03-05 | Tanechka’s mother |
| Интервенция | 1968-06-06 | Мадам Токарчук (мокрушница) |
| Риск – благородное дело | 1977-06-06 | |
| Вольница | 1956-02-23 | |
| С любимыми не расставайтесь | 1980-07-07 | народный судья по бракоразводным процессам |
| Дачники | 1967-09-25 | Varvara Mikhailovna Basova |
| Восемнадцатый год | 1958-04-21 | |
| Полюшко-поле | 1957-03-15 | |
| Расплата | 1970-01-23 | |
| Русский лес | 1964-11-09 | Yelena Ivanovna |
| Хмурое утро | 1959-04-26 | Katya |
| Сестры | 1957-09-24 | |
| Время и семья Конвей | 1984-12-27 | Mrs.Conway |
| Вишнёвый сад | 1976-05-10 | |
| Год как жизнь | 1965-07-16 | Jenny von Westphalen |
| Контрольная по специальности | 1981-11-13 | |
| Ошибка Оноре де Бальзака | 1969-01-06 | Comtesse Evelina Hanska |
| День, когда исполняется 30 лет | 1962-03-29 | Svetlana |
| Первый посетитель | 1966-10-31 | Aleksandra Kollontay |
| Неизвестная… | 1967-12-05 | Ruta Yanson |
| Они живут рядом | 1968-05-06 | Nadezhda Pavlovna |
| Любовь Яровая | 1970-11-04 | Pavla Panova |
| Опасный поворот | 1972-06-06 | Mod Mokrydzh |
| Жиголо и Жиголетта | 1980-01-01 | |
| Оптимистическая трагедия | 1977-02-20 | комиссар |
| Берег его жизни | 1984-12-02 | Ekaterina Semyonovna – mother of Miklouho-Maclay |