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The Right Hand of the Grand Master

The Right Hand of the Grand Master

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Status

Released

Release Date

Dec 1, 1969

Runtime

2h 40m

Genres

History, Drama

User Score

45%

Original Title

დიდოსტატის მარჯვენა

Production Companies

Georgia-Film

Director

Vakhtang Tabliashvili

Description

It is set during the 11th century and tells of the reign of King George I. He is at war with Byzantine Empire ruled by Basil II. Apart from ongoing war, he has to fight rebellious Georgian tribes. Problems occur when King George falls in love with Shorena. For her, the King is willing to go against the church. The story is based on famous novel by Konstantine Gamsakhrudia.