Summaries

The title refers to the emblem of the Soviet NKVD. The story involves a spy who infiltrates the German SS during World War II.

Alexander Belov (Lyubshin) is a Russian spy in Nazi Germany, working undercover as Johann Weiss. His perfect German and cool demeanor allows him to make a career in the SS headquarters in Berlin. Now he is risking his life while getting the German war plans and delivering it to his contact for the sake of victory.—Steve Shelokhonov

The story begins in Latvia, where on the eve of World War II they send a Soviet intelligence agent. Under the guise of a native German, he rubs into the credibility of the esteemed Schwarzkopf family. First, he earns additionally as a driver in a car workshop, and then, thanks to his friendship with Heinrich Schwarzkopf, he is sent to Germany. Here, again thanks to connections, he manages to get a cushy driver's seat in a special Abwehr garage. Position behind the post, in small steps Johann makes his way to the highest ranks of the Reich. A year before the end of the war, he gets firmly entrenched in the lair of the enemy.—Peter-Patrick76 ([email protected])

Details

Keywords
  • spy
  • nazi
  • tv mini series
  • soviet intelligence
  • soviet agent
Genres
  • Thriller
  • Adventure
  • Drama
  • War
Release date Aug 18, 1968
Countries of origin Soviet Union Poland East Germany
Language Russian
Filming locations Dresden, Saxony, Germany
Production companies Mosfilm Zespól Filmowy "Start" Deutsche Film (DEFA)

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Tech specs

Runtime 5h 41m
Color Black and White
Sound mix Mono
Aspect ratio 2.35 : 1

Synopsis

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