12 Feb 1996
The Strings
A parable about the fragility of relationships. Love is sought, found, tested, lost...
Khalif the Stork
A rich caliph is leading a careless life. One day an evil wizard sells him a magic potion that can turn human into any animal he wants. The only condition: one mustn't laugh.
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Василий Ливанов Warlock (voice) / злой колдун
Наталья Селезнёва Stork-lady (voice) / аистиха
Инна Чурикова Fairy (voice) / фея
Иннокентий Смоктуновский Khalif / халиф
Юрий Яковлев визирь халифа (uncredited)
Зинаида Нарышкина колдунья, рыбки
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