Total Balalaika Show(1994)
Total Balalaika Show Synopsis
A 57-minute documentary of a Helsinki concert featuring the Leningrad Cowboys and the Alexandrov Red Army Choir and Ballet, who collaborate on a number of US Rock songs sung in English (like "Sweet Home, Alabama") as well as more traditional Russian songs like the "Volga Boatman."
Total Balalaika Show (1994) is a music and documentary film directed by Aki Kaurismäki, released on May 6, 1994 with a runtime of 57m. It stars Twist-Twist Erkinharju, Ben Granfelt, Sakke Järvenpää and Sakari Kuosmanen. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 30 ratings.
- Director:
- Aki Kaurismäki
- Writers:
- Aki Kaurismäki
- Producers:
- Aki Kaurismäki
- Cinematographer:
- Heikki Ortamo
- Composer:
- Tipe Johnson
- Production:
- Provisual, Sputnik
- Status:
- Released
Total Balalaika Show (1994) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Total Balalaika Show before you stream it.
Total Balalaika Show Cast & Crew
Main cast
Twist-Twist Erkinharju
as Self
- Ben Granfelt
Ben Granfelt
as Self
Sakke Järvenpää
as Self
Sakari Kuosmanen
as Self
- Jore Marjaranta
Jore Marjaranta
as Self
- Ekke Niiva
Ekke Niiva
as Self
- Jyri Närvänen
Jyri Närvänen
as Self
- Pemo Ojala
Pemo Ojala
as Self
Silu Seppälä
as Self
Mauri Sumén
as Self
Mato Valtonen
as Self
Atte Blom
as Self (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Aki Kaurismäki, written by Aki Kaurismäki, produced by Aki Kaurismäki.
Explore more Music titles
Total Balalaika Show Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 30 ratings.
You may also like
Western Stars
2019
OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film)
2022
Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)
2026
Amazing Grace
2018
Avicii: True Stories
2017
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition
2026
The Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story
2019
Justin Bieber's Believe
2013
The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart
2020
Daft Punk Unchained
2015
Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles
2021
Katy Perry: Part of Me
2012
One Direction: This Is Us
2013
Supersonic
2016
High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special
2020
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap
2012
Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl
2022
Whitney
2018
Howard
2018
Elvis on Tour
1972
Total Balalaika Show – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Total Balalaika Show online?
+
Total Balalaika Show (1994) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Total Balalaika Show?
+
The main cast of Total Balalaika Show (1994) includes Twist-Twist Erkinharju, Ben Granfelt, Sakke Järvenpää, Sakari Kuosmanen and Jore Marjaranta. The film was directed by Aki Kaurismäki. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Total Balalaika Show released?
+
Total Balalaika Show was released on May 6, 1994 and runs for 57m.
Is Total Balalaika Show worth watching?
+
Total Balalaika Show (1994) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 30 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy music and documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Total Balalaika Show?
+
Yes. The official Total Balalaika Show trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.