Andrei Konchalovsky

Biography

Andrei Konchalovsky is a Russian filmmaker, screenwriter, actor, and producer known for his collaborations with Andrei Tarkovsky, including the acclaimed film "Andrei Rublev" (1966). He later adapted Ivan Turgenev's "A Nest of Gentle Folk" (1969) and Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya" (1970), with Innokenty Smoktunovsky in the title role. His Hollywood releases include "Maria's Lovers" (1984) and "Tango & Cash" (1989), followed by notable returns to Russia and continued work on historical films.