Katia 1959
“Men couldn't resist her... not even an Emperor!”
What is Katia?
Katia is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1959
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 22, 1959
- Studios
- Spéva Films
- Genres
- Drama, Romance, History
- Updated
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Overview
Katia is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, History. Produced and broadcast by Spéva Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“An emperor falls for a student, sparking love and political intrigue.”
- Features a period romance between a Tsar and a student
- Explores early liberal reforms in Russia
- Directed by Maurice Tourneur
- The story avoids satirizing revolutionary forces, which may feel one‑sided
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas about royal romance and political reform.
The film contains mature romantic themes and political content, making it suited for adult viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed the film?
It was directed by Maurice Tourneur.
What source material was the film based on?
It is based on the novel "Princesse Mathe Bibesco" by Marthe Bibesco, written under the pseudonym Lucile Decaux.
When was the film released?
The film was released in 1959, with a U.S. release on April 24, 1963.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama, romance, and history.
Which historical figure is portrayed in the movie?
Tsar Alexander II of Russia is a central character.
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