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By the Call of the Heart
After being released from prison for theft, Ishkhu dared to live honestly and work hard. He continued to look for work in official institutions, and with the support of Timur, who was a security guard who knew him well, he reached his destination and went to work as a tractor driver at the Atar fund farm. Before that, he sent a letter to Densmaad, who met him at a restaurant and met him to find the lost money, but he did not receive a reply.
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Plot Summary
Set in the vast steppes of Moldova, the film tells the story of a young doctor who chooses to serve the rural population despite opportunities in the city. He faces personal and professional challenges, navigating his love life and dedication to his patients. The narrative explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and the profound connection between a healer and the community he serves.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'By the Call of the Heart' was generally well-received by audiences in the Soviet Union for its sentimental portrayal of rural life and dedicated medical professionals. Critics often highlighted the film's earnestness and the performances of its lead actors, though some noted its conventional narrative structure.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its touching portrayal of a doctor's dedication to rural communities.
Commended for strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.
Noted for its heartfelt, though somewhat predictable, romantic and dramatic elements.
Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to ascertain through publicly available Google review data for this film, which is largely from the Soviet era.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by the Moldova-Film studio and aimed to reflect the socialist ideals of service and dedication to the people.
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