Moscow Doesn't Believe in Tears: How National Artist Raisa Ryazanova Lives Today
Early Life and Career
Raisa Ryazanova was born in Moscow on October 30, 1944. She graduated from the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (VGIK) in 1967. Ryazanova began her acting career in the early 1970s, appearing in several films before landing her breakout role in the 1979 film Moscow Doesn't Believe in Tears .
Breakthrough Role in "Moscow Doesn't Believe in Tears"
Ryazanova's performance in Moscow Doesn't Believe in Tears earned her international acclaim and won her the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. The film tells the story of three women who are struggling to find love and success in Moscow. Ryazanova's character, Katerina Tikhomirova, is a single mother who eventually finds happiness with a man she meets at a factory.
Later Career
After the success of Moscow Doesn't Believe in Tears , Ryazanova continued to appear in films and television shows throughout the 1980s and 1990s. She also worked as a theater director and teacher. In recent years, Ryazanova has been less active in the entertainment industry, but she still occasionally appears in films and television shows.
Personal Life
Ryazanova was married to actor Yuri Zakharov from 1970 to 1978. She has two children, a son named Ivan and a daughter named Elena. Ryazanova is currently retired and lives in Moscow.
Legacy
Raisa Ryazanova is one of the most popular and respected actresses in Russian history. Her performance in Moscow Doesn't Believe in Tears is considered one of the greatest in cinema history. Ryazanova is a national hero in Russia and her films continue to be enjoyed by audiences around the world.
