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Fiddlers

Name: Fiddlers
Genre: Drama, Romance, Music
Released: 1973
Duration: 140 min

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1973 · 140 min · Drama

A gifted violinist leading a traveling Roma band across the steppes of Bessarabia wins fame in the courts and capitals of Europe, yet remains haunted by the first love he lost. Emil Loteanu's lush, music-filled romance.

Runtime: 140 min
Genre: Drama · Romance · Music
Mood: romantic · thoughtful · uplifting
Entry: easy entry
Best for: first visit

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Part of 10 Essential Moldovan Films

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