

The Steppe
Based on a Anton Chekhov short story, this slight tale has some good moments as the drama of a young boy's journey unfolds. The lad comes from peasant stock, and one day his family decides it would be best for him to go live with his uncle in the city. The only problem is that the city is all the way across the Russian steppes, and at this time in history, that arduous journey could only be undertaken by horse and carriage. Reminiscent of the American pioneer wagon trains heading West, the tale lacks any attacks from hostile forces but is filled with charming vignettes. In one part of the journey, the boy comes across some fishermen along a river, harpooning their catch for the day. In another segment, he is entertained when some folk dancers do a lively show. But in general, it is too long and unmomentous a journey to hold attention well for nearly two hours.
TMDB
6.2/10
5 votes
- Status
- Released
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- Box office
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- Language
- Italian
- 19th century
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Release dates
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- TheatricalBerlin International Film Festival6 Mar 1962
Frequently asked questions
- When was The Steppe released?
- The Steppe was released on 6 March 1962.
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for The Steppe?
- No verified Hindi trailer for The Steppe is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of The Steppe?
- The Steppe holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 5 votes.
- Who directed The Steppe?
- The Steppe (1962) was directed by Alberto Lattuada.
- How long is The Steppe?
- The Steppe runs for 1h 40m.











