Song of Man

Song of Man

1954 · 111 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama

Scenes from the life and revolutionary activity of poet Nikola Vaptzarov are shown against the background of political life in Bulgaria on the eve of World War II.

Directed by Borislav Sharaliev · Written by Hristo Ganev

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