Tchaikovsky's Wife

Feb 15 2023 N/A NA
Biography, Drama

Antonina Milyukova is a beautiful and bright young woman, born in the aristocracy of 19th century Russia. She could have anything she'd want, and yet her only obsession is to marry Pyotr Tchaikovsky, with whom she falls in love from the very moment she hears his music. The composer finally accepts this union, but after blaming her for his misfortunes and breakdowns, his attempts to get rid of his wife are brutal. Consumed by her feelings for him, Antonina decides to endure and do whatever it takes to stay with him. Humiliated, disgraced and discarded, she is slowly driven to madness.

Plot

Tumultuous relationship between Pyotr Tchaikovsky, the most famous Russian composer of all time, and his wife Antonina Miliukova.

Written by

Kirill Serebrennikov

Directed by

Kirill Serebrennikov

Production Countries

Russia

Production Companies

Charades, Hype Film, Logical Pictures, Bord Cadre Films, Kinoprime Foundation

Languages

Awards

1 win & 7 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
1,952
Average Rating
6.4 out of 10
Metascore
50
Popularity
NA