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Yuriy EvsuykovActor
Date of Birth: 17.01.1948
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Film Breakthrough
- Career in Ukrainian Cinema
- Post-2000 Career
- Notable Roles
- Filmography
Early Life and Education
Yuri Evsyukov embarked on his acting career late in life. At the age of 41, he graduated from the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts with a degree in "Acting." The early years of his film career coincided with a tumultuous period - the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Film Breakthrough
After a series of minor roles, Evsyukov landed his breakthrough role in the tragicomedy "Niagara." He portrayed the character of Arkady Nikolaevich Perestukin, a comical and outdated but sincere and selfless man. The role garnered critical acclaim and established Evsyukov as a talented actor.
Career in Ukrainian Cinema
Following the collapse of the USSR in the 1990s, Evsyukov became a member of the Kharkov State Ukrainian Drama Theater named after T. Shevchenko. He also continued to appear in Ukrainian films, including "Hostages of Fear" and "Dead End."
Post-2000 Career
The new millennium brought continued success for Evsyukov. He starred in a variety of Ukrainian and Russian films and television series, including "Madhouse," "Police Academy - 2," and "The Route of Mercy." His performances were characterized by their warmth, energy, psychological depth, and extensive experience.
Notable Roles
One of Evsyukov's most memorable performances was his portrayal of Father Chapaev in the historical series "Passions for Chapaev." His character was a simple and steadfast man, distant from politics and deeply concerned for his sons.
Filmography
1987: The Red Fairy1987: Naked (short film)
1987: Birch Branch (film-play)
1991: Niagara
1993: Hostages of Fear (Ukraine)
1993: Wild Love (Ukraine)
1993: Forward, to the Hetman's Treasures! (Ukraine, USA)
1995: Road to the Sich (Ukraine)
1995: Gelli and Noc (Ukraine)
1995: We Will Live! (Ukraine)
1997: Seventh Route (Ukraine)
1998: Dead End (Ukraine)
2001: Guardians of Vice
2002: Police Department. Young Fighter Course (Ukraine)
2005: New Year's Killer (Ukraine)
2006: Madhouse (Ukraine)
2007: I Count: One, Two, Three, Four, Five (Ukraine)
2007: Braking Distance (Ukraine)
2007: Police Academy - 2 (Ukraine) (TV series)
2008: Death to Spies. Crimea (Russia, Ukraine)
2009: Day of the Defeated (Ukraine)
2009: Return of Mukhtar-5 (TV series)
2010: The Route of Mercy
2011: Foundry (Season 6) (TV series)
2011: Swallow's Nest (Ukraine)
2011: The Glow (Ukraine)
2011: Return of Mukhtar-7 (TV series)
2011: Spring in December
2012: Passions for Chapaev (TV series)
