The Turning Point (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1979, The Turning Point is a drama film directed by Vadim Abdrashitov, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. The newlyweds return to Moscow after a wonderful sea cruise on the Black Sea. It seems that they will have a happy life ahead, their beloved job, but chance rudely cuts off all dreams: Viktor doesn't have time to slow down and knocks down an elderly woman with his Zhiguli. His desire to evade responsibility is replaced by repentance and a decision to accept the burden of guilt upon himself.
Who’s in it. The Turning Point stars Irina Kupchenko as Natasha Vedeneyeva, Oleg Yankovskiy as Viktor Vedeneyev, Oleg Anofriev as lawyer and Natalya Velichko as investigator, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Turning Point has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Turning Point page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Turning Point tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Turning Point (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Turning Point change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Turning Point worth watching?
- The Turning Point holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Turning Point?
- The Turning Point stars Irina Kupchenko, Oleg Yankovskiy, Oleg Anofriev, Natalya Velichko and Mikhail Dadyko.
- When was The Turning Point released?
- The Turning Point was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.