Maksim Munzuk
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Maxim Monguzhukovich Munzuk (Russian: Макси́м Монгужу́кович Мунзу́к; 15 September 1912 ⟨on other accounts, 2 May 1910⟩ – 28 July 1999 in Kyzyl, Tyva, Russia) was a Tuvan actor, one of the founders of Tuva's regional theatre. He is best known for playing the title role in Akira Kurosawa's film Dersu Uzala. Maxim Munzuk was a versatile and creative person. He was actor, director, singer, collector of musical folklore, composer, and teacher. He played a huge number of roles of the most varied characters and directed the Tuvan musical-drama theatre. He was awarded the titles of People's Artist of the RSFSR and of the Tuvan ASSR, and was also awarded the State Prize of the Republic of Tuva.
Maksim Munzuk Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Maksim Munzuk reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Maksim Munzuk's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 53% of Maksim Munzuk's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Missing Witness, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Maksim Munzuk Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Maksim Munzuk's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Maksim Munzuk has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Aurora Borealis | Niyako | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Revenge | Old Yan Ge | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Fortune Telling on a Lamb Shoulder | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Time to Fly | пассажир | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Fighting | Komo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Walk Worthy of the Men | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Valentina | Илья Еремеев, охотник-эвенк | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | On the Trail of the Lord | Угадайкин | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Siberiade | Fedyka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Preliminary Investigation | Archyo - Udyghe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Last Hunt | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Diamond Trail | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Dersu Uzala | Dersu Uzala | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Missing Witness | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | People of Blue Rivers | Делгер | Flop | Similar → |
Maksim Munzuk - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Maksim Munzuk?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maksim Munzuk is "Missing Witness" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Maksim Munzuk acted in?
Maksim Munzuk has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Maksim Munzuk?
Other notable films include "Walk Worthy of the Men", "The Diamond Trail", and "Dersu Uzala".