The Poet and the Tsar (1927)
Tsar Nicholas I is enamoured by Natalia, the wife of Alexander Pushkin. To cover his tracks, the tsar encourages the suit of Georges d'Anthès, a French officer, with the help of Count Alexander von Benckendorff. Pushkin hears rumours of D’Anthès’s love for his wife and challenges him to a duel. The officer attempts to save his life by marrying Natalia’s sister Ekaterina. Returning from his country estate, Pushkin receives anonymous letters and insists on a duel with D’Anthès.
Directing:
Stars:
- Vladimir Gardin
- Yevgeni Chervyakov
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Release Date: 1927-09-20
5.8/10
5.8/10
- Country: SU
- Language: Pусский
- Runtime: 95
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