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:
  • Yevgeni Chervyakov
  • Vladimir Gardin

Stars:
Release Date: 1927-09-20
themoviedb icon 5.8/10
  • Country: SU
  • Language: Pусский
  • Runtime: 95
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