| Whistle Stop | |
| Native Name: | ru|Полустанок |
| Director: | Boris Barnet |
| Cinematography: | Sergei Poluyanov |
| Studio: | Mosfilm |
| Runtime: | 71 minutes |
| Country: | Soviet Union |
| Language: | Russian |
Whistle Stop (ru|Полустанок) is a 1963 Soviet comedy film directed by Boris Barnet.[1] [2] [3]
The film tells about the academician, who is going for a vacation in the village, but there it is not as calm as he expected it to be.[4]
Academician Pavel Pavlovich, a prominent scientist, takes a vacation to escape the daily hustle of Moscow. Following medical advice, he opts for a simple Russian village instead of resorts or health spas. Hoping to breathe fresh air, relax, and indulge in his favorite hobby of painting, he settles into a dilapidated barn traditionally used by visiting artists.
However, his expectations of peace and quiet are quickly dashed. The seemingly remote village is brimming with lively, engaging residents and a constant flurry of events—some humorous, others serious. While the people are kind and the incidents are of local significance, one thing is certain: tranquility is nowhere to be found.