The Third, Pathetic

(1960)

Genres: Drama, Comedy, телевизионный фильм

Year: 1960

Runtime: 163 мин

Country: Soviet Union

Director: Vladimir Karpov, Ivan Yermakov

Cast: Борис Смирнов, Анна Лисянская, Павел Луспекаев, Адольф Шестаков, Инна Кондратьева, Кирилл Лавров, Valentin Yantsat, Тамара Алёшина, Ефим Копелян, Валентина Ковель

Plot

The main character is the chekist Fyodor Dyatlov. He is in love with his friend Hippolytus' sister, the educated, intelligent Irina. At the same time, he harshly pursues the younger brother of Hippolytus and Irina Valerik. He is also a security officer, but in his youth he was tempted by a bribe. Fyodor investigates the case himself and puts Valerik in the hands of higher security officers. His possible happiness with Irina and his friendship with Hippolytus are at stake. But Fyodor is a real fanatic of the communist idea. For the sake of principles, he will do anything.