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Ashik Kerib

19881h 16mSergei Parajanov,David Abashidze
IMDb 7.2 · Rotten Tomatoes 100%

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Wandering minstrel Ashik Kerib falls in love with a rich merchant's daughter, but is spurned by her father and forced to roam the world for a thousand and one nights. Now presumed dead by those he loves, he performs for the poor and unfortunate on his journeys through the wilderness.

DramaHistoryFantasy
SurrealCaucasus

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What is Ashik Kerib (1988) about?

Wandering minstrel Ashik Kerib falls in love with a rich merchant's daughter, but is spurned by her father and forced to roam the world for a thousand and one nights. Now presumed dead by those he loves, he performs for the poor and unfortunate on his journeys through the wilderness.

Who stars in Ashik Kerib?

Ashik Kerib stars Yuri Mgoyan (Ashik Kerib), Sofiko Chiaureli (Mother), Ramaz Chkhikvadze (Ali-Agha), Kostiantyn Stepankov (Teacher), Baia Dvalishvili (sister). The film was directed by Sergei Parajanov.

How long is Ashik Kerib?

Ashik Kerib has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1988.

Is Ashik Kerib worth watching?

Ashik Kerib holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 100. Fans of Drama, History, Fantasy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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