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The Gambler

The Gambler

2.0/10
November 17, 1972
99 minutes
Aleksey Batalov
Drama

Overview

This lavish Soviet/Czech co-production is based on Fyodor Dostoyevsky's famous novel, The Gambler, which tells the story of a Russian living in Germany, in a gambling resort. This film is set at the turn of the century, and was filmed in Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czechoslovakia. Played by Nikolai Burlyayev, the gambler succumbs completely to his addiction, using up every resource he has (human, spiritual and financial) in his wagering, finally becoming a rootless drifter.

Where to Watch

Stream

Kinopoisk

Movie Details

Release Date

November 17, 1972

Runtime

99 minutes

Director

Aleksey Batalov

Rating

2.0/10

Production Companies

Filmové studio Barrandov Lenfilm

Cast

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