( May 7, 1928 – April 1, 2011)
Biography and Career
Georgi Rusev was a celebrated Bulgarian actor who, throughout his illustrious career, left an indelible mark on both stage and screen. Born on May 7, 1928, in Kostenets, Sofia Province, Rusev's passion for acting led him to the prestigious Krastyo Sarafov National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts, from which he graduated in 1952.
His professional debut took place on the stage of the Plovdiv Theater, where he portrayed Aesop in a production directed by Leon Daniel, inspired by the novel of the same name. Subsequently, Rusev performed on the stage of the Mladezhki Theater in Sofia, and from 1966 to 1990, he was a dedicated member of the Pernik Theater, serving as its leader from 1977. In 1990, Rusev became one of the founders of the Small City Theater "Zad Kanala" in Sofia. His passion for acting continued as he took on roles in various Sofia theaters before his retirement. In 2006, Rusev was honored with the esteemed ASKEER award, a distinguished recognition of his contributions to Bulgarian theater art.
Though Rusev's career in film began relatively late at the age of 38, his remarkable talent was soon evident. Rusev attributed his growing interest in cinema to the captivating screenplays of Georgi Mishev. This newfound fascination led to the creation of numerous vibrant characters in many of Bulgaria's most iconic films. By masterfully portraying roles of small-minded individuals often situated in the background around the main characters, Rusev developed a unique and distinguishable acting style.
Some of Rusev's most notable works include "The Hare Census," "A Peasant on a Bicycle," "Villa Zone," "Ladies' Choice," "Dangerous Charm," and an unforgettable cameo in "A Nameless Band," which transformed into an illustrious allegory about the life and folklore of the time.
Through his dedication to the craft and commitment to cultivating a rich array of characters, Georgi Rusev became an integral figure in Bulgarian cinema, endearing himself to audiences and leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire performers and filmmakers alike.
Filmography
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
1966 | Bulgarian: Началото на една ваканция | ||
1967 | a policeman | Bulgarian: Най-дългата нощ | |
1969 | Bulgarian: Признание | ||
1971 | Bay Mirko | Bulgarian: Не се обръщай назад | |
1972 | the press-man | Bulgarian: Глутницата | |
1973 | Bulgarian: Като песен | ||
Bulgarian: Опак човек | |||
the veterinarian | Bulgarian: Преброяване на дивите зайци | ||
Bulgarian: Деца играят вън | |||
1974 | Bulgarian: Вечни времена | ||
Bulgarian: Зарево над Драва | |||
Penchev, Mitko's father | Bulgarian: Изпити по никое време | ||
a Dimitar's friend | Bulgarian: На чисто | ||
Docho Bulgurov | Bulgarian: Селянинът с колелото | ||
1975 | Terziev | Bulgarian: Този хубав живот | |
a neighbour | Bulgarian: Вилна зона | ||
Bulgarian: Буна | |||
Stoyan | Bulgarian: Следователят и гората | ||
1976 | Bulgarian: Да изядеш ябълката | ||
Vetev | |||
Dimov, the headmaster of the school | |||
the gallery man | Bulgarian: Самодивско хоро | ||
1977 | Boychev | Bulgarian: Матриархат | |
1978 | |||
Bulgarian: Пантелей | |||
Bulgarian: Покрив | |||
1979 | |||
Pauncho | Bulgarian: Черешова градина | ||
1980 | Kolev | Bulgarian: С поделена любов | |
the general executive | Bulgarian: Двойникът | ||
Bulgarian: Илюзия | |||
Baltiev, the lawyer | |||
1981 | Bulgarian: Ударът | ||
1982 | |||
Bay Petar | Bulgarian: Оркестър без име | ||
1983 | Bulgarian: Хотел Централ | ||
1984 | Bulgarian: Опасен чар | ||
1985 | Bulgarian: Грехът на Малтица | ||
1986 | Maykata, the cook | ||
the mayor | Bulgarian: Страстна Неделя | ||
1987 | The English Teacher | Bulgarian: 13та годеница на принца | |
the dispatcher | Bulgarian: Човек на паважа | ||
a technician | |||
1988 | Tsonchev, the head of the school | Bulgarian: Вчера | |
the general executive | Bulgarian: Съседката | ||
Bulgarian: Изложение | |||
1989 | Bay Slavi, the neighbour | Bulgarian: Адио, Рио | |
the general executive | Bulgarian: Заплахата | ||
Longurov | Bulgarian: Зона В-2 | ||
a chairman of the court | Bulgarian: Разводи, разводи... |
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