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Tovarishch Abram Synopsis
One of a series of short Bolshevik propaganda films, Comrade Abram focuses on Abram Hersh, a young Jewish pogrom survivor who became a factory worker and organizer in Moscow and, eventually, a leader in the Red Army.
Begstvuyushchiy ostrov Synopsis
In the early Soviet years a young hermit Gavriil witnesses a new vibrant life of a city. Coming back to his monastery he tell the others what he has seen. A split among the monks follow and Gavriil finally escapes followed by others.
"Tovarishch Abram" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "Begstvuyushchiy ostrov" offers its own unique cult appeal.
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Tovarishch Abram
