The star of Russian cinema Irina Korotkova devoted her whole life to art. She has worked with outstanding directors and actors and has played many roles. Irina Yurievna is one of the artistic directors of the Moscow Puppet Theater.
Biography of the Soviet actress
Irina Yurievna Korotkova has lived all her life in Moscow. She was born in August 1947 into a simple Soviet family. Since childhood, she decided to devote herself to serving art. This was facilitated by her meeting with famous actors Georgy Vitsin and Nikolai Sergeev. Soviet cinema stars were frequent guests of her school friend. The girls' attention was attracted by interesting stories about the backstage life, foreign trips. Without thinking twice, Irina and Vera organized a theater group at the school, and then entered the Moscow Central Children's Theater.
Parents did not limit their daughter's aspirations, helping her in everything. Mother was for Irina a real support and friend, with whom the girl could consult at any time.
Having received her first school education, Irina entered a theater university, which she successfully graduated in 1969. While studying at the Shchukin School, Irina took part in the filming of the film "Unforgettable". The young talented student was noticed already at the audition. Thanks to the filming, Irina was able to represent Soviet cinema in Italy. From that time on, her film career began. Irina Lvova's favorite teacher Vera Konstantinovna instilled in her a great love for art. Korotkova's fellow students were Leonid Filatov, Boris Galkin, Yan Arlazorov. Irina tried to be equal to them and gain more experience.
The Pike graduate got a job at the theatrical studio "Skylark", which was headed by Boris Ablynin. In 1972, the studio was closed, and Irina moved to the Moscow Puppet Theater. She worked there until she retired.
Main roles
Irina appeared in the cinema and on the stage of the theater during the period when Soviet cinema was flourishing. She had a chance to work with the meters of Soviet and Russian cinema Nikolai Karachentsov, Peter Velyaminov, Lyubov Sokolova and others. Her roles spanned a huge range from a simple teacher to an investigator in the city prosecutor's office.
The main film with her participation is "Urban Romance", in which Irina played the main character. After this role, her popularity increased even more. The actress becomes famous and in demand. Among the works of Irina Korotkova, the films "One of Us", "Predators", "Black Devil", "Only Three Nights" are of the greatest importance.
Personal life of the actress
Irina Korotkova was married twice. She has two daughters. The eldest, Katya, followed in her mother's footsteps and became an actress. She currently works as an announcer for Central Television. The youngest, Maria, chose a different profession. Today, the actress Irina Korotkova is on a well-deserved rest.
