Actor Vadim Andreev: Filmography, biography, photo

A village simpleton, a patriotic officer, an imperious politician, an ambitious entrepreneur - there is hardly a role that Vadim Andreev can not cope with. Over 130 paintings, in which the actor appears in front of the audience in different images, serve as evidence. What is known about this remarkable artist, his work in film and personal life?

Vadim Andreev: biography of the star

The actor was born in Moscow in the family of ordinary people who had no relation to the world of cinema. His appearance was born in 1958, at a time when children were not yet familiar with computer games and smartphones, and spent time in various circles and on the street. Passion for the scene Vadim Andreev acquired even in junior classes, first appeared in the theater. He enjoyed studying at the theater studio, which worked at the House of Pioneers, and took part in performances.

After receiving the certificate, the young man spent some time working as a machinist of the assembly shop. However, this was not the position to which Vadim Andreev aspired. The biography of the star says that he immediately quit his job at the Moscow Puppet Theater as soon as he entered the VGIK. Diploma guy was in 1979.

Debut in the cinema

Many actors like to share with the press and fans memories of how long and difficult was their way to fame. However, Vadim Andreev does not have such an opportunity, because the very first appearance on the big screen gave the beginning of the newcomer's popularity. Of course, we are talking about one of the most famous paintings of the actor - "Balamute". The tape was filmed by Vladimir Rogov in 1978.

Now the star of the national cinema with a smile recalls the excitement experienced on the samples that lasted several weeks. It is interesting that Andreev did not like the candidacy of the artistic council, who did not see him in the image of a village student. Vadim's participation in the filming of the picture was the "whim" of director Rogovoy. Since his cult drama "Officers" had already been shown by that time, no one dared to oppose the recognized genius.

In "Balamut" a young man played Peter Gorokhov, who came to Moscow from a remote village for education. Thanks to a simple and good-natured guy, his neighbors at the hostel recalled what a real friendship. After the release of a good comedy, Andreev literally woke up with a star, becoming a people's favorite.

Shooting in movies

Immediately after the presentation to the court of the public "Balamut" Vadim was forced to go to the army, as his studies were completed. Luckily for the guy, the local bosses were delighted with the comedy and the protagonist, so he was not uploaded and was readily released for shooting. Vladimir Rogov liked working with a novice actor, he offered him a major role in his next film. So Andreev turned into Sanya Fokine, playing in a musical comedy "The sailors have no questions."

Having filmed two successful films, the actor until the 90's did not lack a role. However, for a fairly long period, he remained a hostage to the image created in his debut film. The directors saw him as a good-natured simple guy, offering the appropriate roles. In the 80's, he starred in such famous film projects as "The Married Bachelor", "Carnival".

Crisis of the 90s

The 1990s brought with them difficult times for the domestic cinema, which was fully felt by Vadim Andreev. The filmography of the star did not acquire during this period a single bright picture. However, the actor did not drop his hands, temporarily switching to the voiceovers of commercials and film projects. His voice is spoken by dozens of heroes of foreign tapes, he was able to voice popular cartoons and television series. Vadim laughingly says that he even achieved the title of official voice of Bruce Willis, who approvingly commented on his work with a series of films "Die Hard".

Roles of the 21st century

In the new millennium, the public again has the opportunity to recall the existence of such a wonderful actor as Vadim Andreev. Filmography of the star 70-80-ies. Begins to actively replenish popular series. To the joy of the artist himself, the past years free him from the role of a naive and simple-minded guy. He begins to trust the various images, ranging from brutal colonels and ending with ingenious figures of the underworld.

Fans of popular television projects "Kremlin cadets", "Kadetstvo" probably remember his strict, but fair lieutenant colonel Vasilyuk, who brings up the younger generation. The role of the police actor tries on himself in the series "Three Stations", "Goznak", "Life after Life." Vadim also refuses to shoot in frivolous comedies, as exemplified by the picture of "Svata" with his participation. One of the longest-running projects for Andreev is "Molodyozhka." His character appears in about a hundred series.

Personal life

For many years, the actor has remained faithful to his wife Galina, who became his wife immediately after the release of "Balamut". It is interesting that it was for the wedding that he spent the first fee. A married couple has a business son, thanks to whom Vadim Andreev was the grandfather. A photo with a granddaughter and son can be seen above.