The Tightrope Walker

(1972)

Genres: Drama

Year: 1972

Runtime: 63 мин

Country: Soviet Union

Director: Владимир Голованов

Cast: A.Magomedaliev, I.Abdurakhmanova, Ахмед-Магомед Абакаров

Plot

The story takes place in a mountain village in Dagestan. It follows a boy named Murat and his sister Tamara. The film centers on the ancient local art of tightrope walking, which is deeply rooted in Dagestani culture. The plot explores how the children connect with this tradition, face various trials, and ultimately discover courage and a sense of identity.