About the Event
During the Russian Revolution, Yuri Zhivago (Omar Sharif), is a young doctor who has been raised by his aunt and uncle following his father's suicide. Yuri falls in love with beautiful Lara Guishar (Julie Christie), who has been having an affair with her mother's lover, Victor Komarovsky (Rod Steiger), an unscrupulous businessman. Yuri, however, ends up marrying his cousin, Tonya (Geraldine Chaplin). But when he and Lara meet again years later, the spark of love reignites.
“It’s impossible not to be swept along and caught by the details: the pompous army officer falling into the barrel, the anarchist (played by a young Klaus Kinski) watching an old couple affectionately cuddling on the train, Zhivago himself suddenly shocked at his own haggard reflection in the mirror. Lean was hunting big game and catching it.” – The Guardian
“Doctor Zhivago is more than a masterful motion picture; it is a life experience.” – The Hollywood Reporter
“The sweep and scope of the Russian revolution, as reflected in the personalities of those who either adapted or were crushed, has been captured by David Lean in Doctor Zhivago, frequently with soaring dramatic intensity. Director has accomplished one of the most meticulously designed and executed films--superior in several visual respects to his "Lawrence of Arabia."” - Variety
WINNER
Academy Awards – Best Screenplay
Academy Awards – Best Art Direction
Academy Awards – Best Cinematography
Golden Globes – Best Motion Picture (Drama)
Golden Globes – Best Actor in a Motion Picture (Drama), Omar Sharif
Golden Globes – Best Director, David Lean
Golden Globes – Best Screenplay
Golden Globes – Best Original Score
Grammy Awards – Best Original Score Written for a Motion Picture or Television Show
People’s Choice Awards – Favourite All-Time Motion Picture Song: “Somewhere My love (Lara’s Theme)”
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