Shepherd and Czar

Shepherd and Czar

1935 · 90 min · ★ 9.0 · Drama

Inspired by communist slogans, a simple shepherd named Ivan takes part in the Russian Civil War and becomes a decorated officer of the Red Army.

Directed by Aleksandr Ledashchev · Written by Naum Kaufman

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