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Release Year1984
Runtime1h 31m
LanguageRussian
CertificationR
GenresAdventure, Drama, Science Fiction
Votes15
DirectorLeonid Menaker
WritersLeonid Menaker, Igor Vinogradskiy
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.0 out of 10
Cast9 credited
Also Known AsThe Testament of Professor Dowell
About The Testament of Professor Dowell
For many years, a prominent scientist had been striving to solve the problem of immortality. He shared the results of his daring and risky experiments with his colleagues. But one day something happened that no one could have foreseen: the professor had disappeared. The best student and follower of Professor Dowell tries to use the results of his scientific research for criminal purposes.
Directed by Leonid Menaker, The Testament of Professor Dowell leans on a strong ensemble — Oļgerts Kroders, Igor Vasilev, Natalya Sayko — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about adventure titles of 1984.
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