Lyudmila Marchenko
ActingAbout Lyudmila Marchenko
Lyudmila Marchenko is a Soviet theatre and film actress. At the age of 18, she made her debut in the film “The Volunteers”, and at 19 she was approved for the role of Nastenka in the film “White Nights”, directed by Ivan Pyryev. Lev Kulidzhanov invited her to the title role in the film "A Home for Tanya" in 1959, the film was a huge success and was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Due to her immediacy and simplicity of the acting style, she skillfully embodied a rare acting role for those years — a lyrical heroine. From 1959 to 1979 she appears in 15 films, including “Until Next Spring”, “My Younger Brother”, “No Fear, No Blame”, “The Cook”, “The Scouts”.
Lyudmila Marchenko Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lyudmila Marchenko reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lyudmila Marchenko's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 24% of Lyudmila Marchenko's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Leon Garros Is Looking for His Friend, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lyudmila Marchenko Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lyudmila Marchenko's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lyudmila Marchenko has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Something with the Telephone | guest | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Scouts | Marie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Man Casts an Anchor | Nina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Gypsy | Budulai's wife | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Aybolit-66 | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Tunnel | maid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Cook | Taisiya | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Whistle Stop | milkmaid (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | My Younger Brother | Galya Bodrova | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | No Fear, No Blame | Lena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Dmitro Goritsvit | Yugina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Until Next Spring | Vera | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Leon Garros Is Looking for His Friend | Masha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Vingt mille lieues sur la Terre | L'hôtesse d'ascenseur de l'hôtel Ukraine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | White Nights | Nastenka | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | A Home for Tanya | Tanya | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Volunteers | Kaitanov Jr.'s girlfriend (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Lyudmila Marchenko - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lyudmila Marchenko?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lyudmila Marchenko is "Leon Garros Is Looking for His Friend" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lyudmila Marchenko acted in?
Lyudmila Marchenko has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lyudmila Marchenko?
Other notable films include "The Gypsy", "White Nights", and "Something with the Telephone".