Melodies of the Vera Quarter (1973)
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.
Director: Giorgi Shengelaia
Genre: Music, Comedy
Runtime: 96 min
Release Date: December 29, 1973
Cast
- Sofiko Chiaureli - Vardo
- Vakhtang Kikabidze - Pavle
- Iya Ninidze - Tamro
- Maia Kankava - Maro
- David Abashidze
- Erosi Mandjgaladze - Aga Geurqovi
- Alisa Freyndlikh
- Kakhi Kavsadze
- Ramaz Chkhikvadze
- Georgi Kavtaradze
Screenplay
- Giorgi Shengelaia (Screenplay)
- Anzor Salukvadze (Screenplay)
Music: Giorgi Tsabadze
Cinematography: Aleqsandre Mgebrishvili
Production: Georgia-Film
Country: Soviet Union
Language: ქართული
Original Language: ka
Themes
Musical Spectacle
Keywords
musical, georgian, tbilisi
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Melodies of the Vera Quarter about?
- 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.
- Who directed Melodies of the Vera Quarter?
- Melodies of the Vera Quarter was directed by Giorgi Shengelaia.
- Who stars in Melodies of the Vera Quarter?
- Melodies of the Vera Quarter stars Sofiko Chiaureli, Vakhtang Kikabidze, Iya Ninidze, Maia Kankava, David Abashidze, Erosi Mandjgaladze.
- How long is Melodies of the Vera Quarter?
- Melodies of the Vera Quarter has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
- What genre is Melodies of the Vera Quarter?
- Melodies of the Vera Quarter is a Music, Comedy film.
- Where was Melodies of the Vera Quarter produced?
- Melodies of the Vera Quarter was produced in Soviet Union.
- What are the themes of Melodies of the Vera Quarter?
- The themes of Melodies of the Vera Quarter include: Musical Spectacle.