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- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Release Date
- July 14, 1980
- Languages
- Russian
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- Cast
- Production
- Production Countries
- Soviet Union
Overview
Based on the play of the same name by Leonid Zorin. Gordei Kabachkov, a professional con man, decided to pursue a career in science and was very successful. Having settled in a certain Institute of Ancient Culture, he easily wraps his finger around the numerous "kind men" - members of the academic council - and defends his thesis. Using his "talents" and the kindness of the staff of the Institute of Ancient Culture, Kabachkov makes a rapid take-off on the career ladder...
Score Distribution
84.3/100
Very Good
90-100Excellent
42%(1235)
80-89Very Good
28%(824)
70-79Good
18%(529)
60-69Average
8%(235)
50-59Below Average
3%(88)
0-49Poor
1%(29)
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