Whistle Stop (1963 film)

Academician Pavel Pavlovich, a prominent scientist, takes a vacation to escape the daily hustle of Moscow. Following medical advice, he opts for a simple Russian village instead of resorts or health spas. Hoping to breathe fresh air, relax, and indulge in his favorite hobby of painting, he settles into a dilapidated barn traditionally used by visiting artists. However, his expectations of peace and quiet are quickly dashed. The seemingly remote village is brimming with lively, engaging residents and a constant flurry of events—some humorous, others serious. While the people are kind and the incidents are of local significance, one thing is certain: tranquility is nowhere to be found. == Cast ==

• Vasiliy Merkurev as Pavel Pavlovich (as V. Merkuryev) • Yekaterina Mazurova as Grandmother Tatyana (as Ye. Mazurova) • Nadezhda Rumyantseva as Sima - Kolkhoz accountant (as N. Rumyantseva) • Boris Novikov as Kolkhoz foreman (as B. Novikov) • A. Berezovskaya as Klavka - milkmaid • Elizaveta Nikishchikhina as Zoika - shopgirl (as Ye. Nikishchikhina) • Aleksandr Potapov as Ivan - tractor driver (as A. Potapov) • Valeri Ryzhakov as Vasya - driver (as V. Ryzhakov) == References ==