Exams at Any Odd Time

Exams at Any Odd Time

1974 · 70 min · ★ 8.0 · Comedy, Family

Two novels united by common characters and a never-settled problem: the clash between sincerity of children and the heartless pragmatism and ambitions of grown-ups.

Directed by Ivanka Grubcheva · Written by Bratya Mormarevi

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