The Sparkling World

The Sparkling World

1984 · 91 min · ★ 5.4 · Fantasy, Family

In the circus of the city Zurbagan a mysterious stranger with the ability to fly. Many present at this performance, however, few people think about what is happening.

Directed by Bulat Mansurov · Written by Bulat Mansurov

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