Dr. Mortimer unfolded the manuscript and began reading.
"One hundred years ago the Hall of Baskerville belonged to a wild and cruel man named Hugo. This Hugo fell in love with the daughter of a farmer who lived near Baskerville Hall.The girl always avoided the wicked man, for she feared and hated him..."
@toothus Better than Livanov? Jeremy Brett is an aggressive Holmes and he mocks Watson all the time. For your information, Holmes wasn't like that at all. As for Watson, Brett's Watson is an old man. How could a young soldier who had recently returned from the army become so old? Solomin is the best Watson, because he looks like Watson! When Watson met Holmes they were both in their mid 20-s. Read Conan Doyle. Jeremy Brett and his Watson are good for those who don't care about Conan Doyle. Sorry
Vitaly Solomin is the best Watson of all time. It's so sad that he's no longer with us. RIP, Vitaly. Your Watson will soon be known and loved in many countries!
Holmes: It's interesting to know, Watson, what you can say about this walking stick?
Watson: One could think you've got eyes on your nape.
Holmes: My dear friend, had you read my monograph about the tactile organs of the detectives, you'd have known that on the top of our ears there are these sensory points. So, I've got no eyes on my nape.
Mrs Hudson: He sees your reflection in the coffee pot.
yes, indeed. I would do that immediately if I found the time and silance to enjoy it... Here at home I can't find it anywhere. But Looking on the pc to films would make me miss friends or compagbie to share the pleasure with
There should be subtitles or something. Or else no one but russians with know how good it is. It looks good, but I can't watch it if I have no idea what they're saying.
Yes! I'm American and didn't see the Soviet Sherlock Holmes until 3 years ago... but I think that they are better than ANY version made in England or America.
I love the Granada series a lot (w/ Brett), but I must admit that Soviet series are also very cool. Actually, this version of the Hound of Baskervilles is better - more thorough and faithful, less abriged. It also has some comic scenes. Like, Baskerville couldn't stand porrige and clashed with Barrymore because he served it a lot :)
Even though I'm biased to Brett, I do love Livanov - he is a funny and amiable version of Holmes. Maybe he's even too cute for Holmes.:) He also didn't do drugs.
Sure, why fight? Livanov is the best ;) Voted by British critics the best S.H. impersonator in 2000. Received OBE from Her Majesty the Queen. The British know who is the best. They invented the guy, after all ;)
I love both the Granada series as well this Russian one, my only complaint is the overdone (IMO) score that's used whenever there's an interior shot of Holmes in 221b, I'm half expecting a shot of the whole Russian Philharmonic Orchestra crammed into the 221b set.
I'm amazed that this was produced for television in 1981 ! ; the soundtrack, the cinematography, is stunning! Kudos for putting it here on YouTube. In the USA, of course, we have PBS, and only they would be the likely sponsor of a project like this.
Well, maybe I'm not a big fan of Russia when it comes to politics, but I love Russian literature and cinema. I think this is a great versian of Holmes adventures. I also love THE Russian Hamlet the most! Good work.
I'v seen an interview with creators of the series and they said that they tried to make a comedy)) Truly, the movie is pierced with gentle irony and humour and it's the main secret of it's success IMHO
Screw you, Tony. Why do you think the English themselves admitted that Livanov was the best Holmes, and he holds the biggest portrait in the Sherlock Holmes museum.
Total rubbish. The *real* Sherlock Holmes is Jeremy Brett RIP. Always has been and always will be. Made by ITV Granada. Anything else is a poor substitute. It was written for him. Jeremy Brett is Sherlock Holmes. Everyone agrees.
Is the rest of this going to be put up or is this just one of those things designed to torture me? I can't get this series because I own an English DVD player and so can't actually get hold of them... Sad face.
it's been posted somewhere on the youtube in its entirety - even with english subtitles, it only takes a few minutes to locate... anyway, i have seen it quite recently
Видела здеся тизер английской версии только что отснятой, так ихний Холмс копия Ливанова, а Ватсон Соломина, прям внешне с них слизаны, полное говно, позор так снимать)) наши лудше в тыщи раз
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Not sure why my previous comment should be dismissed as "steriotypical".
I only think that the popularity of Sherlock Holmes and of Victorian era in Eastern Europe is curious given that the Victorians and many of the Holmes stories see Eastern Europe as dangerous and a threat.
Its good that modern readers all over the world can see beyond the petty bigotry of that age - such as with modern readers of L. Frank Baum or Edgar Rice Burroughs - and enjoy the stories for themselves.
stupid brats. слабоумные, жалкие дебилы с раздутым на пустом месте эгоцентризмом и абсолютным отсутствием вкуса. узость вашего мировоззрения прямо пропорциональна вашему самомнению. russian screen version of sh.h. & d.w. is THE BEST.
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I find it curious that Sherlock Holmes, a character from the hight of the British Empire, should be so enjoyed in Russia where their popular press still imagine MI5/MI6 are hostile to their country and trying to deflate their government.
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Russia have a curious "love / hate" relationship to Britain. Russians like the program above yet Putin and zhirinovsky both mention British "hostility" to them. Historically Russia was the participant in the "great game" of espionage between itself and the British empire since the Raj. Sherlock holmes and similar stories are very popular in Russia despite the fact that Russia and the Tsar often appear as enemies - such as the Russian Embassy in Conrads "The Secret Agent".
Hostility to Eastern Europe was rife during the period of 1880's to 1890's. Someone idenitified as only Kosminsky, a Polish barber, was listed as one of CID's Jack the Ripper suspects.
There was also a heavy influx of Romanians into Victorian era Britain, and some scholars speculate that influenced Bram Stoker's Dracula. The problems are although Vladislaus Dracula was Romanian, the character of the Count was Szekely (Hungarian/German), and such a notation doesn't exist in Stoker's notes.
You dont know anything about russians :) I love movies about WW2 despite the fact that Russia appears as an enemy of Germany :)) Also i like stoires about Holmes :))))
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I'd like to see Africans, Chinese, Jews and Palestians, Hispanics, Native Americans and others all do their versions of Sherlock Holmes .Would be interesting. Doyle would like It I belive.
The best Holmes version indeed! Could anybody provide some more info about the music main theme? Is it composed by a Russian composer especially for the series or it is a classical piece of music? Whatever the case may be, it's a great choice of great musi!
you should know that first 6-7 episodes where shot very carefully and long time about 7 years. This where amazing quality comes from. It's not possible in capitalism. Don't say that totalitarian states can't make a good movie or better than free world.
I am not Russian, But I do believe that Vasiliy Livanov and Vitaliy Solomin are best Holmes and Watson. They have showed more "englishness" than British actors. The fact that Vasiliy Livanov got a reward for being the 'best Sherloch Holmes' tells us a lot.
reading all the comments on this page has been very interesting :L I like how someone detected the possible return of Donfrye. Anyway, I watched this whole video despite haing no real interest in Sherlock Holms or Russian renditions of it-But I have to say I was impressed.
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I still think Jeremy Brett is the best Holmes, the cinematography on this version is excellent though but even though I don't understand Russian the acting looks a little wooden in parts, still it's an amazing attempt considering how english Sherlock Holmes is and how they have captured that very well I bet we would struggle to create a Russian theme so authentically.
Actually you do have a point sometimes he overacts and plays Holmes as too intense but overall a very good portrayal and I like the Granada production, generally very authentic.
i'm not russian but i do believe Vasily Livanov made the best Sherlock Holmes of all times. especially, when it comes to looks. it's been marvelously directed too, they dodn't make them like movies like they used to any more...
i find it absolutely facinating how russians do better at being british then brits themselves :) maybe holywood could learn something from it before they release their new sherlock holmes movie in 2010...
I'm Russian too. This guy 22omg22 appeared on this website and said some bad things calling Livanov's fans narrow-minded!!! I agree with Frye. And I don't understand how he can be supported! Russians are with you, Donfrye! And our Holmes is the best.
#1: Firstly, I guess to make a fairer judgement, everybody should go check what Donfrye said about about JB/DB/EH (BEFORE I CAME HERE)on JB's vid page, AND to check his previous comments on this vid page.
As I said, few can keep their temper under control when you see ur beloved actors under fire. MAYBE YOU CAN. BUT I COULDN'T.
Secondly, I did criticised Livanov's acting. BUT plz compare the language I used to what Donfrye said about JB/EH/DB.
#2: except for "bland", I don't think I'v used other disrespectful words.
and if you think "narrow-minded" is NOT APPROPRIATE to describe what Donfrye(and some others) said and did (BEFORE I CAME HERE), I sincerely apologize and take back my word. Just leave it for public judgement. ok? Hope that alleviates ur anger a bit.
Thirdly, do YOU think my nagative opinions can JUSTIFY donfrye's namecalling and threats?
#3:If you think Donfrye's words are not bad, here they are for your enjoyment: "you mother f*cker" "I'll twist your head off" "you stink" "you chickensh*t" "go f*ck urself" "you idiot" "I will smash your face, punk if you don't shut up. " And not to speak Donfrye's poor reasoning logic. I COULD'VE used his arguments against him(like age problem, I don't think Livanov was as young as Holmes' age in the canon), BUT I DIDN'T.
#4: And not to speak donfrye's comical over-confidence in his English skills. I could follow his step and pick HIS errors too. But no I won't. too many to list 'em all and off-topic also.
Fourthly, Negative opinions are entitled and protected on youtube. BUT NOT insults and threats. Donfrye's ID is removed becuz of all the bad words and threats he posted. NOT becuz of his nationality or anything else.
#5:I'v seen there've been other IDs got removed on this page. I hope it's not for the same reason.
Fifthly, AS I SAID PREVIOUSLY, Now I say it again. If I ever showed ANY disrespects to Mr. Livanove or CIVILISED, well-bred fans, I sincerely apologize. And sincerely hope nobody else ever ruin my respect again. I don't think Livanov'd be happy to gain recognition this way. I don't think Livanov'd be proud of such fans as Donfrye1979
#6: AS I SAID in my FIRST comment here, I like Russian's rich history. I, and all other brett fans, have NOTHING against Russia and its people. Hope everybody got it right.
Most Brett fans also truly respect all other Holmes actors, including Livanov and Solomin. HOPE THIS IS THE END OF IT and let's make peace. Hope nobody else would ruin it again.
#7: Lastly , Kharlamov16, who joined youtube on Aug. 27th, 2008, I sincerely hope you're NOT Donfrye1979 himself whose ID has been revoked for his abusive and threatening comments.
Anyway, that's not the point. Whoever you are, good luck with your new ID experience.
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If you don't want to talk, just leave. That's what a clever person would do. This is my page. You don't belong here. There's no point in insulting each other. You don't see me, I don't see you. I'm finished.
Now a message to all other onlookers: Brett fans HAVE RESPECT for all other actors, including Livanov and Solomin. But insults to our beloved actors are intolerable. Donfrye1979's comments on Jeremy Brett's tribute vid page went too far. When people started namecalling and threats, few can keep their temper under control. And I sincerely apologize any disrespects and lack of manners on my part.
I'm sure both Mr. Livanov and the late Mr. Brett are not proud of abusive fans. Let's make peace.
I have a message for donfrye1979... YOU NEED TO CHILL!!! For crying out loud, is this anyway to behave? *rolls eyes* How about instead of the "bone picking" we can all just have a mature and intellectual conversation about the different actors that play Holmes. Kay?
Interesting but for my money Jeremy Brett was the best Sherlock Holmes ever. He was a brilliant actor who also happened to be a warm and caring person off stage as well. Very much missed. Edward Hardwicke and David Burke were also excellent as Dr Watson. Granada gave us a lasting legacy by producing their version of Sherlock Holmes, the likes of which i do not think we shall see again.
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For 140 million Russians Livanov and Solomin are the best. If our series was shown in the USA, everyone would forget about Brett! Livanov looks more intelligent. So does Solomin.
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I've met a lot of poeple from abroad who kept saying the had had no opportunity to see our Holmes and Watson during the soviet time. And now that they've seen the series they don't think that Brett is as good as Livanov. And I'm ready to reapeat - Solomin is the Watson from the book, not that old man. Go and read the book!!!
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If you were cleverer, you wouldn't show up here trying to argue with foreigners and getting badmouthed. At least, we speak two languages. How many languages do you speak?
You know, the fact that they managed to recreate Victorian London in 1980s Russia is pretty impressive in and of itself.
hanshotfirst1138 3 months ago
The doctor looks like Stephen Hawking :D
twooffour 4 months ago
The Legend of the Baskervilles!
Dr. Mortimer unfolded the manuscript and began reading.
"One hundred years ago the Hall of Baskerville belonged to a wild and cruel man named Hugo. This Hugo fell in love with the daughter of a farmer who lived near Baskerville Hall.The girl always avoided the wicked man, for she feared and hated him..."
SuperNews777 5 months ago
It's one of the best movies I've ever seen! And Livanov is so funny :P
oxytocy 6 months ago 4
Super !
Indoom11782 6 months ago
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Jeremy Brett still better.
toothus 6 months ago
@toothus Of course he isn't)))
Michaelil1 5 months ago
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Very good, but Jeremy Brett was better.
toothus 6 months ago
@toothus Better than Livanov? Jeremy Brett is an aggressive Holmes and he mocks Watson all the time. For your information, Holmes wasn't like that at all. As for Watson, Brett's Watson is an old man. How could a young soldier who had recently returned from the army become so old? Solomin is the best Watson, because he looks like Watson! When Watson met Holmes they were both in their mid 20-s. Read Conan Doyle. Jeremy Brett and his Watson are good for those who don't care about Conan Doyle. Sorry
Evgeny161179 6 months ago 6
Sorry, mate, but even Jude Law is better that the old man who played Watson in that film with Jeremy Brett.
Evgeny161179 6 months ago
Лучший Шерлок :)))
JIoypeHc 8 months ago 4
Russian Holms and Vatson are great:)
Sneewitchen1 9 months ago 6
Vitaly Solomin is the best Watson of all time. It's so sad that he's no longer with us. RIP, Vitaly. Your Watson will soon be known and loved in many countries!
Kharlamov16 1 year ago 14
where are the English subtitles. It would help.
englishmovielover 1 year ago
Holmes: It's interesting to know, Watson, what you can say about this walking stick?
Watson: One could think you've got eyes on your nape.
Holmes: My dear friend, had you read my monograph about the tactile organs of the detectives, you'd have known that on the top of our ears there are these sensory points. So, I've got no eyes on my nape.
Mrs Hudson: He sees your reflection in the coffee pot.
*Sherlock laughs hysterically*=)))))
PetitGrisMoineau 1 year ago 30
Хорошо разыграл Ливанов,пардон Холмс,Ватсона.Голос Ливанова бесподобен!
talkye1 1 year ago 9
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I think I still prefer the Jeremy Brett version,
But the Rathbone Holmes was a bit of ham (as he was in the books)
The Cushing Holmes, almost ruthless in wanting to be right all the time,
The Brett Holmes was influenced by this version, but he tended to be explosive, unpredictable and erratic
From what little I've seen of this Soviet version, he's almost pure intellect.
ysbaddaden2003 1 year ago
Best depiction of Watson, and one of the best depictions of Sherlock Homes.
Bregowald 1 year ago 8
all i ask is that asshole fixes me and releases me back into the wild. i know civilization hates me.
returnoftheramble3 1 year ago
@listikovaja
Then Russia would be glad if you went back and supported it.
But calling all american film making "stupidity" shows that you have seen only blockbusters.
silverbud 1 year ago
I want to download the movies. Where can I find it?
I am from Argentina.
jeanmarcARG 1 year ago
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olddino2005 1 year ago
Ответить на это видео.. tfile.ru / forum / download . php?id=55481 remove breaks
olddino2005 1 year ago
@jeanmarcARG Search youtube - v=rVdakpvtWVs is the first one of many. aberezh gave a link for another one right below your comment - v=Ws3qGesR2uw
I am sure there are more.
limeberry7 1 year ago
0:57 The Best Laugh ever...
MovieGodzilla 1 year ago
@listikovaja I agree. My mom lived in the USSR and then moved to the USA after Yeltsin came to power. Man, it truly was the best country ever.
EVILW0LFgirl 1 year ago 12
If only I spoke Russian. :[
Are there any versions with English subs? This looks brilliant.
Tekkyh 1 year ago 8
@Tekkyh there is, in YouTube. See v=Ws3qGesR2uw
aberezh 1 year ago
Hi Jul-Great meeting you! Hope to see you again
homosapiensgraecus 1 year ago
Великолепный фильм!!!
Да чего уж там говорить,если САМА Английская королева(!) назвала эту экранизацию Холмса и Ватсона самой лучшей!!!
Magnificent film!!!
Yes that there to speak,if the English queen(!) named Holmes and Watson's this screen version of the best!!!
PonedelnikXIII 1 year ago 28
@PonedelnikXIII
Apart from the fact that I doubt her authority of taste in all possible ways, prey, where did you find that information?
silverbud 1 year ago
скажите, кто нибудь знает, где можно посммотреть все серии Шерлока?
1010MOLOTOV 1 year ago
@1010MOLOTOV here:
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IvanKolosnik 1 year ago
@1010MOLOTOV
В контакте есть...
19lubashka95 1 year ago
I love this hysterical laughter by Holmes <333333333333333333
Juka94 1 year ago 7
russian sherlock holmes brilliant...art is universal....from russia with love......tony amore artist ..classical musician.... poet....
tonyraulroma 1 year ago 13
а зачем всякий ширпотреб смотреть? ) смотрите хорошее кино, и не только Советское. И не только русскоязычное ;)
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Lavendertibbits 2 years ago
russian version is the best out of them all
arktikgraywolf 2 years ago 10
@arktikgraywolf ya the soundtrack for it kicks ass, that shouldve been in the newest movie
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ChaunceyCarver14 2 years ago
Best Holmes and Watson!!!!!!!!
MJ23Allen3 2 years ago 168
yes, indeed. I would do that immediately if I found the time and silance to enjoy it... Here at home I can't find it anywhere. But Looking on the pc to films would make me miss friends or compagbie to share the pleasure with
yamifannetje 2 years ago
Убило....... начало с отражением в чайнике :)
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JaikeKun 2 years ago
This version is the best!!!English Queen said that Livanov was the best Holmes she had ever seen
Darina1302 2 years ago 12
She said exactly the same to all Holmes, because... she's a Queen. :)
alex9044 2 years ago
and every Holmes became Honorary OBE (Officer of the Order of British Empire)?
AgniaAiko 2 years ago 14
@alex9044 But only ours became Honorary OBE.
voxlibertatis 8 months ago
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Darina1302 2 years ago
There should be subtitles or something. Or else no one but russians with know how good it is. It looks good, but I can't watch it if I have no idea what they're saying.
KingofStarfox 2 years ago 2
Search for "the hound of the baskervilles (eng. subs)" here on youtube. Then you'll come across it.
ZolotayaKoshka 2 years ago
Thank you! I've heard good things about the russian holmes series. I'm looking forward to it.
KingofStarfox 2 years ago
the best
Medeinna 2 years ago 3
i prefer holmes in the original Klingon....
jcfbell3001 2 years ago
Нашего Шерлока и Место встречи изменить нельзя могу пересматривать бесконечно!
Delta381988 2 years ago 14
The Russian series is terrific.
slightlygrouchy 2 years ago 2
Супер фильм )))Лучший фильм про шерлока холмса)))
mlosmlos 2 years ago 4
Лично знаком с Василием Ливановым. Он великий русский актер, а эта роль , просто шедевр. Фильм супер !
Gremaldino 2 years ago 9
Парни!!!!Хватит строить из себя иностранцев:)))Пишите по русски!Фильм клевый!!!Спору нет.
TheOutofthere 2 years ago 6
I think Soviet Movie is the best from all Sherlock Holmes related movies. Soviet Union was not so good country but movies were very cool.
paatalogic21 2 years ago
Yes! I'm American and didn't see the Soviet Sherlock Holmes until 3 years ago... but I think that they are better than ANY version made in England or America.
Murple333 2 years ago 243
You right!!!!!
valgloster 2 years ago
+1!!!!
peterkvideo 2 years ago
I think Livanov´s Holmes is the best, but the Watson isn´t quite as I thought...
ancavrabca 2 years ago 2
@Murple333
I think it's the only I've ever seen... aside from snippets from American/English movies here and there. But it's pretty awesome :D
twooffour 4 months ago
@Murple333
Love the pseudo-Baroque musical themes, too :D
twooffour 4 months ago
Cinema was the one aspect of soviet life that always flourished and thrieved, from Eisenstein to Tarkovsky. ;)
neongecko06 2 years ago 5
too bad it's in shambles now :(
BiomechanicMan 2 years ago
ofcourse it was a good country :)
PizzaMargareth 2 years ago
i heared, that the british queen herself, made the actor, who played sherlock holmes, to "Sir ..."
this is just a great actor.
Nightkrowler 2 years ago 6
She did indeed :-D
7hobbit7 2 years ago
His name is Vasiliy Livanov.
nuttex 2 years ago 5
I love the Granada series a lot (w/ Brett), but I must admit that Soviet series are also very cool. Actually, this version of the Hound of Baskervilles is better - more thorough and faithful, less abriged. It also has some comic scenes. Like, Baskerville couldn't stand porrige and clashed with Barrymore because he served it a lot :)
Even though I'm biased to Brett, I do love Livanov - he is a funny and amiable version of Holmes. Maybe he's even too cute for Holmes.:) He also didn't do drugs.
genatzvalee 2 years ago 9
It's so dumb to fight over who's he best. Why can't you people just enjoy it?
Whynicht 2 years ago 9
Sure, why fight? Livanov is the best ;) Voted by British critics the best S.H. impersonator in 2000. Received OBE from Her Majesty the Queen. The British know who is the best. They invented the guy, after all ;)
TheBishopSSR 2 years ago 9
TheBishopSSR,
I would like to add that NZ government released coins commemorating SH and they used Livanov's visage for SH. :)
Also, in the Holmes museum in London, Livanov's photograph is said to the biggest among those adorning the museum.
RIP Brett.
hpsuchet 2 years ago 3
I love this series, but when they showed it on PBS here, there were subtitles. Does anyone know if subtitled version exists on YouTube?
Zedwoman 2 years ago
It does. Search for "the hound of the baskervilles (eng. subs)".
ZolotayaKoshka 2 years ago
I love both the Granada series as well this Russian one, my only complaint is the overdone (IMO) score that's used whenever there's an interior shot of Holmes in 221b, I'm half expecting a shot of the whole Russian Philharmonic Orchestra crammed into the 221b set.
cha5 2 years ago
agree, but on the other hand the melody is nice
tyzhen 2 years ago
Sublime! The best Hlmes & Watson EVER! Are these commercially available on DVD in Western Europe...
whistler1968 2 years ago 2
whoever is interested in having soundtrack to this movie can post e-mail adress here somehow, and i will think how to send it/ Its amazing!
TheCoralbay 2 years ago
I'm amazed that this was produced for television in 1981 ! ; the soundtrack, the cinematography, is stunning! Kudos for putting it here on YouTube. In the USA, of course, we have PBS, and only they would be the likely sponsor of a project like this.
jrdmedford 2 years ago
Well, maybe I'm not a big fan of Russia when it comes to politics, but I love Russian literature and cinema. I think this is a great versian of Holmes adventures. I also love THE Russian Hamlet the most! Good work.
Franny5879 2 years ago 4
Makes me wanna learn Russian just to watch it.
WilhelmZollern 2 years ago 19
all in your hands)
phobbb 2 years ago
In 2006 russian actor Vasiliy Livanov got The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire for his Holmes series !
burakomin 2 years ago 11
I'v seen an interview with creators of the series and they said that they tried to make a comedy)) Truly, the movie is pierced with gentle irony and humour and it's the main secret of it's success IMHO
EthernalJoy 2 years ago 8
Yeah... Russian Sherlock Holmes is the best one... And Watson too of course... ;D
LordWitness 2 years ago 12
which orchestra the music is from????
Seductive84 2 years ago
ah the russian language, wierdly graceful
lankyman0909 2 years ago 7
I don't suppose that there's a complete set of the entire series on DVD with English subtitles?
hanshotfirst1138 2 years ago 3
There is. I own it and I've just checked: it is for DVD regions 5 (exUSSR countries) and 2 (Europe)
NAG3V 2 years ago
Screw you, Tony. Why do you think the English themselves admitted that Livanov was the best Holmes, and he holds the biggest portrait in the Sherlock Holmes museum.
DrizztRox21 2 years ago 4
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Total rubbish. The *real* Sherlock Holmes is Jeremy Brett RIP. Always has been and always will be. Made by ITV Granada. Anything else is a poor substitute. It was written for him. Jeremy Brett is Sherlock Holmes. Everyone agrees.
TonyW1000 2 years ago
That's the best Sherlock Holmes.
Seriously. None of the other Sherlock Holmes in movies come close to this one.
Crap. I wish I still had all the episodes on tape.
Gormourn 2 years ago 17
Is the rest of this going to be put up or is this just one of those things designed to torture me? I can't get this series because I own an English DVD player and so can't actually get hold of them... Sad face.
doctorcropcircles 2 years ago
No wait it has... the missing ones are the sign of four and something else..
doctorcropcircles 2 years ago
it's been posted somewhere on the youtube in its entirety - even with english subtitles, it only takes a few minutes to locate... anyway, i have seen it quite recently
5anjuro 2 years ago
Видела здеся тизер английской версии только что отснятой, так ихний Холмс копия Ливанова, а Ватсон Соломина, прям внешне с них слизаны, полное говно, позор так снимать)) наши лудше в тыщи раз
Bakurskaya 2 years ago
I understand Vasily Livanov was awarded an MBE for his portrayal of Holmes.
ysbaddaden2003 2 years ago 3
no ur mom! its one and only russian holmes
576304 2 years ago
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Not sure why my previous comment should be dismissed as "steriotypical".
I only think that the popularity of Sherlock Holmes and of Victorian era in Eastern Europe is curious given that the Victorians and many of the Holmes stories see Eastern Europe as dangerous and a threat.
Its good that modern readers all over the world can see beyond the petty bigotry of that age - such as with modern readers of L. Frank Baum or Edgar Rice Burroughs - and enjoy the stories for themselves.
EldritchMask 2 years ago
Я его обожаю!!!!!!! Лучше фильма про Шерлока Холмса и не снимешь! Талантлевийшие актеры Василий Ливанов и Виталий Соломин
Novicoc 2 years ago 8
Фильм,который можно пересматривать и пересматривать!!!!
Супер,спасибо всем!!!!!
Великие актеры, многих уже нет в живых,вечная им память!!!!!
sonicsasuke900 3 years ago 4
Шедевр навсегда! Всё на месте - ничего лишнего!
sideshowboys 3 years ago 6
The best Sherlock in the world as Soviet Mary Poppins.
Konabis 3 years ago 6
stupid brats. слабоумные, жалкие дебилы с раздутым на пустом месте эгоцентризмом и абсолютным отсутствием вкуса. узость вашего мировоззрения прямо пропорциональна вашему самомнению. russian screen version of sh.h. & d.w. is THE BEST.
saerusSsnape 3 years ago
Это можно сказать о всех, кто кричит, что их версия лучшая в мире. Надо не сравнивать, а просто наслаждаться фильмом.
Whynicht 2 years ago 2
))))))) детка, это свободное пространство. оно создано для выражения мнений) а мнения, как известно, состоят из сравнений. это неизбежно, смиритесь)
saerusSsnape 2 years ago
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заебали sukie u bitches bilive me that rrussian homes is the best of the best
576304 3 years ago
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karrathe 3 years ago
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I find it curious that Sherlock Holmes, a character from the hight of the British Empire, should be so enjoyed in Russia where their popular press still imagine MI5/MI6 are hostile to their country and trying to deflate their government.
EldritchMask 3 years ago
Where the fuck did you dig that up from.
SmokiSounds 3 years ago 5
God. You are so stereotypical.
And what have Sherlock to do with MI5/MI6?
BTW MI5/MI6 is still hostile to Russia. )))
arcpeter 2 years ago 7
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Russia have a curious "love / hate" relationship to Britain. Russians like the program above yet Putin and zhirinovsky both mention British "hostility" to them. Historically Russia was the participant in the "great game" of espionage between itself and the British empire since the Raj. Sherlock holmes and similar stories are very popular in Russia despite the fact that Russia and the Tsar often appear as enemies - such as the Russian Embassy in Conrads "The Secret Agent".
EldritchMask 2 years ago
Hostility to Eastern Europe was rife during the period of 1880's to 1890's. Someone idenitified as only Kosminsky, a Polish barber, was listed as one of CID's Jack the Ripper suspects.
There was also a heavy influx of Romanians into Victorian era Britain, and some scholars speculate that influenced Bram Stoker's Dracula. The problems are although Vladislaus Dracula was Romanian, the character of the Count was Szekely (Hungarian/German), and such a notation doesn't exist in Stoker's notes.
ysbaddaden2003 2 years ago
You dont know anything about russians :) I love movies about WW2 despite the fact that Russia appears as an enemy of Germany :)) Also i like stoires about Holmes :))))
ponytail108 2 years ago 4
In Soviet Russia, cases solve Holmes.
ChrisStavros 3 years ago 7
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I'd like to see Africans, Chinese, Jews and Palestians, Hispanics, Native Americans and others all do their versions of Sherlock Holmes .Would be interesting. Doyle would like It I belive.
000266617 3 years ago
is this the same man from Young Sherlock Holmes/
Susancool334 3 years ago
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Koshalan 3 years ago
If I understood Russian I bet it'd be great. Sounds professional enough anyway, mind, and I love the music!
JIMJIM5523 3 years ago 8
The best Holmes version indeed! Could anybody provide some more info about the music main theme? Is it composed by a Russian composer especially for the series or it is a classical piece of music? Whatever the case may be, it's a great choice of great musi!
mandoplami 3 years ago 15
The composer's name is Vladimir Dashkevich. More information you can find by Google.
Best wishes,
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Svetlana0777 3 years ago 4
Большое спасибо! С Новьiм годом! :-)
mandoplami 3 years ago
you should know that first 6-7 episodes where shot very carefully and long time about 7 years. This where amazing quality comes from. It's not possible in capitalism. Don't say that totalitarian states can't make a good movie or better than free world.
truththatmustbetold 3 years ago 10
I am not Russian, But I do believe that Vasiliy Livanov and Vitaliy Solomin are best Holmes and Watson. They have showed more "englishness" than British actors. The fact that Vasiliy Livanov got a reward for being the 'best Sherloch Holmes' tells us a lot.
MrsButler1031 3 years ago 19
reading all the comments on this page has been very interesting :L I like how someone detected the possible return of Donfrye. Anyway, I watched this whole video despite haing no real interest in Sherlock Holms or Russian renditions of it-But I have to say I was impressed.
K2armada 3 years ago
yea russia had excellent actors including Livanov!!! nowadays there is not much talant... :(
Livanov recently got a reward from britain for being the best sherlock holmes :)
i am russian by the way. :)
enigmaCSS 3 years ago 3
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I still think Jeremy Brett is the best Holmes, the cinematography on this version is excellent though but even though I don't understand Russian the acting looks a little wooden in parts, still it's an amazing attempt considering how english Sherlock Holmes is and how they have captured that very well I bet we would struggle to create a Russian theme so authentically.
almklit 3 years ago
This won't be a popular opinion but I think Brett plays Holmes as a little too unbalanced.
guppypartz 3 years ago
Actually you do have a point sometimes he overacts and plays Holmes as too intense but overall a very good portrayal and I like the Granada production, generally very authentic.
almklit 3 years ago
The best performance EVER!!!!!!! WELL DONE USSR cinematography!!!! Look what a vibrant discussion it caused 29 years after it has been made!
DocWog 3 years ago 6
i'm not russian but i do believe Vasily Livanov made the best Sherlock Holmes of all times. especially, when it comes to looks. it's been marvelously directed too, they dodn't make them like movies like they used to any more...
i find it absolutely facinating how russians do better at being british then brits themselves :) maybe holywood could learn something from it before they release their new sherlock holmes movie in 2010...
Muxxyy 3 years ago 14
As a matter of fact, Donfrye made a lot of sense when he said that Watson should be young.
Kharlamov16 3 years ago 2
I'm Russian too. This guy 22omg22 appeared on this website and said some bad things calling Livanov's fans narrow-minded!!! I agree with Frye. And I don't understand how he can be supported! Russians are with you, Donfrye! And our Holmes is the best.
Kharlamov16 3 years ago 2
#1: Firstly, I guess to make a fairer judgement, everybody should go check what Donfrye said about about JB/DB/EH (BEFORE I CAME HERE)on JB's vid page, AND to check his previous comments on this vid page.
As I said, few can keep their temper under control when you see ur beloved actors under fire. MAYBE YOU CAN. BUT I COULDN'T.
Secondly, I did criticised Livanov's acting. BUT plz compare the language I used to what Donfrye said about JB/EH/DB.
22omg22 3 years ago 3
#2: except for "bland", I don't think I'v used other disrespectful words.
and if you think "narrow-minded" is NOT APPROPRIATE to describe what Donfrye(and some others) said and did (BEFORE I CAME HERE), I sincerely apologize and take back my word. Just leave it for public judgement. ok? Hope that alleviates ur anger a bit.
Thirdly, do YOU think my nagative opinions can JUSTIFY donfrye's namecalling and threats?
22omg22 3 years ago
#3:If you think Donfrye's words are not bad, here they are for your enjoyment: "you mother f*cker" "I'll twist your head off" "you stink" "you chickensh*t" "go f*ck urself" "you idiot" "I will smash your face, punk if you don't shut up. " And not to speak Donfrye's poor reasoning logic. I COULD'VE used his arguments against him(like age problem, I don't think Livanov was as young as Holmes' age in the canon), BUT I DIDN'T.
22omg22 3 years ago
#4: And not to speak donfrye's comical over-confidence in his English skills. I could follow his step and pick HIS errors too. But no I won't. too many to list 'em all and off-topic also.
Fourthly, Negative opinions are entitled and protected on youtube. BUT NOT insults and threats. Donfrye's ID is removed becuz of all the bad words and threats he posted. NOT becuz of his nationality or anything else.
22omg22 3 years ago
#5:I'v seen there've been other IDs got removed on this page. I hope it's not for the same reason.
Fifthly, AS I SAID PREVIOUSLY, Now I say it again. If I ever showed ANY disrespects to Mr. Livanove or CIVILISED, well-bred fans, I sincerely apologize. And sincerely hope nobody else ever ruin my respect again. I don't think Livanov'd be happy to gain recognition this way. I don't think Livanov'd be proud of such fans as Donfrye1979
22omg22 3 years ago
#6: AS I SAID in my FIRST comment here, I like Russian's rich history. I, and all other brett fans, have NOTHING against Russia and its people. Hope everybody got it right.
Most Brett fans also truly respect all other Holmes actors, including Livanov and Solomin. HOPE THIS IS THE END OF IT and let's make peace. Hope nobody else would ruin it again.
22omg22 3 years ago 10
#7: Lastly , Kharlamov16, who joined youtube on Aug. 27th, 2008, I sincerely hope you're NOT Donfrye1979 himself whose ID has been revoked for his abusive and threatening comments.
Anyway, that's not the point. Whoever you are, good luck with your new ID experience.
22omg22 3 years ago
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If you don't want to talk, just leave. That's what a clever person would do. This is my page. You don't belong here. There's no point in insulting each other. You don't see me, I don't see you. I'm finished.
donfrye1979 3 years ago
It'd be wise if you'd finished sooner(or had never started namecalling and threats)
Thought by that "bone-picking" thing, you were about to point out a couple typos of mine. But "mom"?? LOL. You made urself a 100% fool.
22omg22 3 years ago
Now a message to all other onlookers: Brett fans HAVE RESPECT for all other actors, including Livanov and Solomin. But insults to our beloved actors are intolerable. Donfrye1979's comments on Jeremy Brett's tribute vid page went too far. When people started namecalling and threats, few can keep their temper under control. And I sincerely apologize any disrespects and lack of manners on my part.
I'm sure both Mr. Livanov and the late Mr. Brett are not proud of abusive fans. Let's make peace.
22omg22 3 years ago 7
sorry, typo again. Missed a "for". "I sincerely apologize FOR any disrespects..."(Actually I didn't mean to show any disrespects.)
22omg22 3 years ago 2
I definitely second that! :-)
Nunewesen 3 years ago 3
I have a message for donfrye1979... YOU NEED TO CHILL!!! For crying out loud, is this anyway to behave? *rolls eyes* How about instead of the "bone picking" we can all just have a mature and intellectual conversation about the different actors that play Holmes. Kay?
glancesherlock 3 years ago
Interesting but for my money Jeremy Brett was the best Sherlock Holmes ever. He was a brilliant actor who also happened to be a warm and caring person off stage as well. Very much missed. Edward Hardwicke and David Burke were also excellent as Dr Watson. Granada gave us a lasting legacy by producing their version of Sherlock Holmes, the likes of which i do not think we shall see again.
WirralBagpuss 3 years ago 2
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For 140 million Russians Livanov and Solomin are the best. If our series was shown in the USA, everyone would forget about Brett! Livanov looks more intelligent. So does Solomin.
donfrye1979 3 years ago
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I've met a lot of poeple from abroad who kept saying the had had no opportunity to see our Holmes and Watson during the soviet time. And now that they've seen the series they don't think that Brett is as good as Livanov. And I'm ready to reapeat - Solomin is the Watson from the book, not that old man. Go and read the book!!!
donfrye1979 3 years ago
Well, I guess everyone has the right of an individual taste in looks...
Nunewesen 3 years ago 3
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If you were cleverer, you wouldn't show up here trying to argue with foreigners and getting badmouthed. At least, we speak two languages. How many languages do you speak?
donfrye1979 3 years ago