Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician

Name: Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician
Director: Natalya Zbandut
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance
Released: 1984-01-01
Duration: 133 min
Cast: Anton Tabakov, Anna Isaykina, Igor Kvasha, Sergei Yursky, Regīna Razuma

1984Dir. Natalya Zbandut2h 13m

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Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician (1984) feels like a nostalgic trip into a realm where magic is woven into the fabric of everyday life. The storytelling is quite linear, but there's a charm to its simplicity. The pacing is gentle, allowing you to savor scenes draped in colorful practical effects, which give it a tactile feel that modern CGI often lacks. The performances are earnest, particularly the actress playing the princess, who conveys vulnerability while still embodying that fairy-tale heroism. It leans heavily into themes of destiny and the battle between good and evil, but it’s the quaint atmosphere and whimsical set pieces that really set it apart. Definitely a unique piece in the adventure-fantasy genre from the 80s.

Released in 1984, directed by Natalya Zbandut.Features practical effects typical of 80s fantasy films.Filmed in a fairy-tale kingdom setting, rich in color.Explores themes of destiny and the battle between good and evil.