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Andrey BulinskyBelarusian Soviet cinematographer
Date of Birth: 11.01.1910
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Early Life and Education
Andrei Aleksandrovich Bulinskywas born on January 11, 1909, in Voronezh, Russia. Born into a noble family, he completed secondary school in 1926 and enrolled in the Central Asian State University. During his university years, Bulinsky played a pivotal role in the photo-cinema section of the Society of Friends of Soviet Cinema (ODSK), becoming its sole operator-chronicler.
Career in Film
Entry into the Film Industry:In 1931, Bulinsky was recruited by the "Shark Yulduz" film factory (present-day "Uzbekfilm"). His debut film, "Oasis in the Sands," shot in the arduous conditions of the Amu-Darya River, received critical acclaim and was widely distributed domestically and internationally. This marked the first Uzbek sound film.
Notable Films:In 1936, Bulinsky directed and shot the film "The Girl Hurries to Meet," which remains a beloved classic. He also shot the first Turkmen feature film after World War II, the musical comedy "The Distant Bride," which was a resounding success.
Collaboration with "Belarusfilm":As an operator, Bulinsky contributed to numerous feature films produced by the "Belarusfilm" studio, including "Children of the Partisan" (1954), "First Trials" (1961), "Moscow-Genoa" (1964), "One Thousand Windows" (1968), and "Long Miles of War" (1975).
Television and Artistic Contributions
Directorial Debut:Bulinsky demonstrated his versatility as a director with the television film "Confusion" ("Small House on the Volga") in 1970.
Recognition for Cinematography:Bulinsky's exceptional cinematic sense, taste, and ability to convey beauty and expressiveness made him an influential figure in Soviet cinema.
Personal Life and Legacy
Family:Bulinsky was married to Rita Ivanovna Gladunko and had a daughter, Nadezhda Andreevna Bulinskaya, and a grandson, Filip Yuryevich Gostev.
Death:Andrei Aleksandrovich Bulinsky passed away in Minsk on January 25, 1984, leaving behind a legacy of cinematic excellence.
