The Ascent 1977 Full Movie

The Ascent Full Movie: Soviet Partisans in World War II

Plot Summary

During the Great Patriotic War, two Soviet partisans, Sotnikov and Rybak, venture into a Belarusian village in search of food. After a confrontation with a collaborationist headman, they are chased by a German patrol and engage in a gunfight. Sotnikov is injured, and Rybak seeks shelter for him with Demchikha, a mother of three, but they are captured.

Interrogation and Betrayal

At the German headquarters, Sotnikov faces interrogation by Portnov, a local collaborator. Despite torture, Sotnikov refuses to divulge information. Rybak, desperate to save himself, cooperates with Portnov, hoping for leniency. Both men and others from the village are imprisoned together, with Sotnikov taking full blame to protect the rest.

Tragic End and Consequences

The next day, Sotnikov is executed alongside the others, while Rybak joins the police force, haunted by guilt and the villagers’ scorn. Unable to cope, Rybak attempts suicide but is interrupted by a fellow policeman. Left alone, he experiences a flood of conflicting emotions.

Watch The Ascent Full Movie to witness the harrowing tale of sacrifice and betrayal during wartime.