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The Right Hand of the Grand Master (1969)

The Right Hand of the Grand Master (1969)

Drama History
Release Date: 1969, December 1
Directors: Devi Abashidze, Vakhtang Tabliashvili
Countries: Soviet Union
Production: Georgia-Film
Cast: Tengiz Archvadze, Otar Megvinetukhutsesi, David Abashidze, Giorgi Gelovani, Leila Abashidze, Veriko Anjaparidze, Sesilia Takaishvili, Akaki Vasadze, Lali Badurashvili, Vaso Godziashvili, Dimitri Mchedlidze, Liana Asatiani

Overview:

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.