Masha and The Bear - Holiday on Ice

Masha wants to learn ice skating. But there's nobody around to teach her because the Bear has fallen asleep. However this does not deter Masha at all. She puts roller skates on his feet and rolls him out towards the frozen pond where he eventually wakes up. Now he has no choice but to teach the impatient girl how to ice skate.

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Watch: Sudden avalanche envelopes snowboarding party in northern Russia

An avalanche has caught a group of snowboarders flat-footed in Russia’s Khakassia, burying one of them under meters of snow.

The crew managed to carry out its own impromptu rescue operation, safely digging out of their own, and even receiving a commendation from the national emergency service.

Source: RT
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At the age of 14, during the First World War, I.A. Pyryev (born November 17, 1901, in the village of Kamen, Barnaul Uyezd, Tomsk Governorate, Russian Empire; now the city of Kamen-na-Obi, Altai Krai) took to the front lines. He was wounded twice, suffered from typhus, and was awarded two Orders of the Glory (3rd and 4th class). Later, he volunteered for the Red Army, demonstrating remarkable courage and resilience from a young age.

Pyreev’s journey into the world of cinema began after studying at a theatrical studio, where he gained valuable experience. He initially worked as an actor in productions by S. Eisenstein and V. Meyerhold, honing his craft on the stage. His transition to directing started with assistant roles; however, his early attempts at filmmaking were not entirely successful, leading to his temporary removal from the set.

Undeterred, Pyryev returned to Mosfilm, where he continued to develop his talent. In 1939, he achieved widespread success with the comedy "The Rich Bride," which garnered immense popularity. From that point onward, he consistently produced a series of acclaimed films: "Tractor Drivers" (1939), "The Swineherd and the Shepherd" (1941), "The Secretary of the District Committee" (1942), "Six Hours After the War" (1944), "The Legend of Siberia" (1948), "Cossacks" (1954), and "Test of Fidelity" (1954).

Later, Pyryev turned to the works of Fyodor Dostoevsky, creating film adaptations of his novels. In 1958, he directed the adaptation of "The Idiot," followed by "White Nights" (1960). His attempt to adapt "The Brothers Karamazov" remained unfinished, with only the first part completed; the rest was finished by M.A. Ulyanov and K.Y. Lavrov. Nearly all of Pyriev’s films received state awards, Stalin Prizes, and international film festival honors, and they continue to be beloved and watched by audiences to this day.

For instance, the film "The Legend of Siberia" was purchased by 86 countries worldwide. During the 1950s and 1960s, Pyryev led Mosfilm and its second association, actively supporting young filmmakers and organizing directing courses. He was also a founding organizer of the Union of Cinematographers of the USSR, playing a crucial role in shaping Soviet cinema and fostering new talent. His legacy remains a testament to his dedication to the art of filmmaking and his impact on world cinema.

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