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The Poet and the Tsar
5.8Released

The Poet and the Tsar

(Поэт и царь)

19271h 35mDrama

Overview

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.

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Alternative Titles

The Poet and the CzarUS
The Poet and the KingUS
Status
Released
Original Title
Поэт и царь
Production Countries
Soviet Union