Melodies of the Vera Quarter

Melodies of the Vera Quarter (1973) is a music, comedy film directed by Giorgi Shengelaia rated 6.5/10.

This musical is based on old Georgian vaudevilles and plays. The early 20th century. Old Tiflis is in confusion and turmoil. A mysterious fairy is helping the poor Pavle’s family: real wood is burning in his old, neglected fireplace, wherein a pot with meat would suddenly appear. The good fairy is impersonated by laundress Vardo who helps not only the poor Pavle, but other families in this quarter as well. Vardo is known to many people in the town, but no one ever suspected that she was capable of performing miracles. The film’s colorful folk melodies, merry songs and fiery dances leave no viewer indifferent. Starring in the leading role is the great Georgian actress Sofiko Chiaureli.

Cast

Sofiko Chiaureli

Vardo

Vakhtang Kikabidze

Pavle

Iya Ninidze

Tamro

Maia Kankava

Maro

David Abashidze

Erosi Mandjgaladze

Aga Geurqovi

Alisa Freyndlikh

Kakhi Kavsadze

Ramaz Chkhikvadze

Georgi Kavtaradze

Boris Tsipuria

Baadur Tsuladze