The Steamroller and the Violin
1961, Russian. Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky.
Seven year old Sasha practices violin every day to satisfy the ambition of his parents. Already withdrawn as a result of his routines, Sasha quickly regains confidence when he accidentally meets and befriends worker Sergei, who works on a steamroller in their upscale Moscow neighborhood.
- Runtime
- 0h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Russian
- Rated
- PG
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The Steamroller and the Violin is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 30 December 1961
- Original title
- Каток и скрипка
- Country
- Soviet Union
- Written by
- S. Bakhmetyeva, Andrei Tarkovsky, Andrei Konchalovsky
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The Steamroller and the Violin: quick answers
Is The Steamroller and the Violin worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 169 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Steamroller and the Violin?
The Steamroller and the Violin runs 46 minutes (0h 46m).
Does The Steamroller and the Violin have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Steamroller and the Violin. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Steamroller and the Violin parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Steamroller and the Violin is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Steamroller and the Violin on?
The Steamroller and the Violin is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Steamroller and the Violin?
If you liked The Steamroller and the Violin, try Mr. Church, Third Star, Nothing Personal.
Who directed The Steamroller and the Violin?
The Steamroller and the Violin (1961) was directed by Andrei Tarkovsky and stars Igor Fomchenko, Vladimir Zamanskiy, Marina Adzhubei.