Zana Zanoni
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Zana Zanoni (real name — Zinaida Nikolaevna Nikolaenko) was a Soviet actress of theater, cinema, and dubbing, as well as a dancer. She was born on November 5, 1910, in Yekaterinoslav (now Dnipro, Ukraine). In 1928, she graduated from the First State Choreographic Technical School, and in 1939, she completed her studies at the Theater Studio under the direction of N. P. Khmelyov. From 1925, she worked as an actress at the Lenfilm film studio. In 1939, she became an actress at the Moscow Theater named after M. N. Ermolova. Between 1943 and 1945, she was an actress at the Central Theater of Transport in Moscow, and later, she worked at the Film Actor Studio Theater. Starting in 1960, she was an actress at the Mosfilm studio (M. Gorky Film Studio).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Zana Zanoni reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Zana Zanoni's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Zana Zanoni remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Motherland, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Zana Zanoni Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Zana Zanoni's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Zana Zanoni.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Soldiers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Mark Twain Against... | Kate | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Starling and Lyre | Passenger (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Chronicle of the Night | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Crown of Russian Empire, or the Elusives Again | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Black Sun | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Gypsy | old gypsy woman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Grey Illness | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Black Gull | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | 713th Asks for Landing | индианка | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | I Am Writing to You... | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Path of Thunder | Lenny's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Mexican | Rivera's mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Alitet Leaves for the Hills | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Train Goes East | passenger | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Girl From Kamchatka | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | My Motherland | Chinese philanthropist | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Rivals | Italmaz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Minaret of Death | First wife | Flop | Similar → |
Zana Zanoni - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Zana Zanoni?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Zana Zanoni is "My Motherland" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Zana Zanoni acted in?
Zana Zanoni has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Zana Zanoni?
Other notable films include "The Gypsy", "The Chronicle of the Night", and "Crown of Russian Empire, or the Elusives Again".