The Journey of a Young Composer


The Journey of a Young Composer is a 1985 Georgian comedy drama film directed by Giorgi Shengelaya. It was entered into the 36th Berlin International Film Festival where Shengelaya won the Silver Bear for Best Director.

Plot

The film is set in 1907. The film's protagonist, composer Nikusha, travels to Georgian villages to collect folk songs. His companion is accidentally becomes Tatasheli Leko, who mistakes Nikusha for a revolutionary conspirator, and his map illustrating the villages for an insurrection plan.

Cast