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The Tightrope Walker
The Tightrope Walker
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The Tightrope Walker

Original Title: Канатоходец

1972
1h 3m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

1972

Runtime

1h 3m

Storyline

The story takes place in a mountain village in Dagestan. It follows a boy named Murat and his sister Tamara. The film centers on the ancient local art of tightrope walking, which is deeply rooted in Dagestani culture. The plot explores how the children connect with this tradition, face various trials, and ultimately discover courage and a sense of identity.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 3m
Apr 30, 1972
Languages
Russian
Director
Vladimir Golovanov
Vladimir Golovanov
Production
North Ossetia TV Film Studio
North Ossetia TV Film Studio
Production Countries
Soviet Union

Top Cast

2 Cast Members

A.Magomedaliev

Murat

I.Abdurakhmanova

Imamat

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