Ekaterina Savinova

Biography

Ekaterina Savinova (1926-1970) was a distinguished Soviet actress and singer known for her memorable roles in Soviet cinema. Born on December 26, 1926, in the village of Yeltsovka, Altai Krai, Savinova demonstrated her talent for acting early in life. She graduated from the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (VGIK) in 1951, studying under the guidance of prominent Soviet filmmakers. Savinova is best remembered for her role as Frosya Burlakova in the 1963 film "Come Tomorrow", a performance that earned her widespread acclaim for its warmth and authenticity. Her portrayal of the naive yet determined rural girl moving to the city resonated deeply with audiences. Tragically, Savinova's career and life were cut short due to a battle with mental illness. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, she faced significant challenges, which ultimately led to her untimely death on April 25, 1970. Despite her brief career, Savinova left a lasting impact on Soviet cinema, remembered for her exceptional talent and enduring performances.

Most Known For

To Remember

as archivefootage

Ballad of a Soldier

as The Train Conductor (uncredited)

Zigzag of Success

Cossacks of the Kuban

as Lubochka

The Marriage of Balzaminov

as кухарка, Матрёна

Lullaby

as Olga

Road to the Sea

as bookseller

Come Tomorrow...

as Frosya

The Country Doctor

Mysterious Find

as Ekaterina Sotnikova

Alyosha Ptitsyn Develops Character

Chuk and Gek

The Shadow Near the Pier

as Shubina

Revenge

Honeymoon

as Zoya

Clumsy Friend

as Tamara

Steppe Dawns

Reckoning

A Big Family

as Dunyasha

This Lovely Day