A prominent figure in Soviet silent cinema, this Russian actor was born in 1902 in Moscow. He gained recognition in the 1920s for his versatile roles in films like "The Extraordinary Adventures of Mr. West in the Land of the Bolsheviks" (1924) and "The House on Trubnaya" (1928). His performances were characterized by a blend of comedic and dramatic elements, contributing significantly to early Soviet film. Despite a promising career, his life was tragically cut short when he died in 1929.