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Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment is a monumental achievement in psychological literature, delving into the tormented psyche of Rodion Raskolnikov, a destitute ex-student in St. Petersburg. The novel transcends a simple crime narrative, instead using the murder of a pawnbroker as a catalyst to explore profound philosophical and moral questions. Raskolnikov’s internal struggle, marked by his "superman" theory—that certain individuals are exempt from conventional moral law—presents a chilling examination of nihilism and the devastating burden of guilt. Dostoevsky masterfully employs a frenetic, feverish narrative style to mirror Raskolnikov’s mental state, creating an immersive experience of paranoia, delirium, and ultimate spiritual crisis. The text is not merely about the act of murder but about the far more punishing internal consequences and the search for redemption through suffering, a central theme in Dostoevsky's Christian existentialism.
The novel’s intense psychological drama was brought to the screen in a notable 1979 BBC production, starring John Hurt as a mesmerizing Raskolnikov. Hurt's performance captures the character's intellectual arrogance and his raw, unraveling vulnerability, making his descent into madness both terrifying and deeply human. The miniseries, directed by Michael Darlow, is celebrated for its faithful adaptation and atmospheric portrayal of 19th-century St. Petersburg, effectively translating the novel's claustrophobic and oppressive mood. The production features a strong ensemble cast that brings Dostoevsky's rich tapestry of characters to life, from the compassionate Sonya to the wily and psychologically manipulative detective Porfiry Petrovich - Timothy West. The strength of this adaptation lies in its ability to highlight the intellectual and emotional core of the novel, providing a powerful visual interpretation of one of the greatest works of world literature.
CAST
Raskolnikov: John Hurt
Porfiry Petrovich: Timothy West
Katerina Ivanovna: Siân Phillips
Razumihin: David Troughton
Cadet: Tom Wilkinson
Zamotov: Malcolm Tierney
The Pawnbroker: Beatrix Lehmann
Marmeladov: Frank Middlemass
Svidrigailov: Anthony Bate
Polenka: Fiona Glassbrook
Nastasya: Anne Orwin
Lida: Francesca Gerrard
Kolya: Nicky Stoter
The Landlady: Barbara Young
Sonya: Prunella Ransome
Dunia: Yolande Palfrey
Luzhin: Christopher Biggins
Lizaveta: Carinthia West
Police Sergeant: Colin Higgins
Dr. Zosimov: Gertan Klauber
Student: Simon Rouse
Landlord: Gordon Gostelow
Pulcheria: Yvonne Coulette
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Screen Adaptation - Co-Production : MISANTHROPOS – Official Website - https://www.misanthropos.net
Adapted by Maximianno Cobra, from Shakespeare's "Timon of Athens", the film exposes the timeless challenge of social hypocrisy, disillusion and annihilation against the poetics of friendship, love, and beauty.
IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6946736/
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Дата на публикация: 15 август, 2025
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