Melodies of the Vera Quarter (1973)
Overview
This musical is based on old Georgian vaudevilles and plays. The early 20th century. Old Tiflis is in confusion and turmoil. A mysterious fairy is helping the poor Pavle’s family: real wood is burning in his old, neglected fireplace, wherein a pot with meat would suddenly appear. The good fairy is impersonated by laundress Vardo who helps not only the poor Pavle, but other families in this quarter as well. Vardo is known to many people in the town, but no one ever suspected that she was capable of performing miracles. The film’s colorful folk melodies, merry songs and fiery dances leave no viewer indifferent. Starring in the leading role is the great Georgian actress Sofiko Chiaureli.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | ka |
| Popularity | 0.424 |
Directed By
Giorgi Shengelaia
Crew
Vakhtang Rurua
Eduard Lapkovski
Giorgi Tsabadze
Giorgi Shengelaia
Vladimir Dolidze
Anzor Salukvadze
Aleqsandre Mgebrishvili
Giorgi Shengelaia
TOP CAST
Sofiko Chiaureli
Vardo
Vakhtang Kikabidze
Pavle
Iya Ninidze
Tamro
Maia Kankava
Maro
Erosi Manjgaladze
Aga Geurqovi
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