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The Drayman and the King

1989 · 169 min Comedy Drama
3.0 / 10 · TMDB

Moldavanka is a legendary district of pre-revolutionary Odesa, a bustling, carefree world brimming with vibrant southern life. It is home to a colorful, cheerful crowd, as well as the pride of Moldavanka — the charming bandit Benya Krik, nicknamed the King, son of the horse dealer Mendel Krik. The whole story begins when Mendel decides to leave his family and run off with the young beauty Marusya, selling his famous Odesa stable...

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Original Title Биндюжник и Король
Year 1989
Country Soviet Union
Genre Comedy, Drama
Director Vladimir Alenikov
Runtime 169 min.
Rating TMDB: 3.0/10 (6 votes)

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The Drayman and the King is an acquired taste at 3.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1989. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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