The Cranes Are Flying (1957)

Veronika and Boris come together in Moscow shortly before World War II. Walking along the river, they watch cranes fly overhead, and promise to rendezvous before Boris leaves to fight. Boris misses the meeting and is off to the front lines, while Veronika waits patiently, sending letters faithfully. After her house is bombed, Veronika moves in with Boris' family, into the company of a cousin with his own intentions.

Genres: Drama, Romance, War

What to watch after The Cranes Are Flying

• Ballad of a Soldier (1959) — Same subject: world war ii
• Grave of the Fireflies (1988) — Same subject: world war ii, anti war
• Forbidden Games (1952) — Same feel: emotional, sad
• Only Old Men Are Going to Battle (1974)
• Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors (1965) — Same subject: lovers
• Ivan's Childhood (1962) — Same subject: world war ii