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The Mischievous Boy

Shum bola

1978

Adapted from a beloved story, this comedy follows the escapades of a restless, quick-witted Uzbek boy whose mischief lands him in one colorful predicament after another. A charming period comedy.

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Part of 10 Essential Films from Uzbekistan

This film is stop 4 of 10 in the hand-ranked native-cinema route through Uzbekistan. See the complete ranking or read the selection methodology.

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