
A Soviet comedy based on a story by O. Henry adapted for film by Vladimir Mayakovsky.

Is this worth watching today? Only if you like seeing how weird the 1920s could get. If you are a fan of silent comedies that don't take themselves too seriously, you'll dig it. If you need high-definition explosions and a plot that makes perfect sense, stay far away from this one. It is basically a Prince and the Pau...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Aleksandr Solovyov

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"Is this worth watching today? Only if you like seeing how weird the 1920s could get. If you are a fan of silent comedies that don't take themselves too seriously, you'll dig it. If you need high-definition explosions and a plot that makes perfect sense, stay far away from this one. It is basically a Prince and the Pauper situation, but with more Soviet politics and dirt. We have three kids: the 'good' Communist, the 'spoiled' rich kid, and the street thug. They trade outfits to see what happens..."
Gavriil Marinchak
Vladimir Mayakovsky
Soviet Union

