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According to the story of the same name by Yulian Semyonov. Employees of the Moscow Criminal Investigation Department - Colonel Alexei Pavlovich Sadchikov, Major Vladislav Nikolaevich Kostenko and Senior Lieutenant Valentin Roslyakov are investigating the impudent robberies carried out by a group wearing dark glasses criminals. The City Savings Bank was robbed. The investigation of the crime indicated the involvement of a teenager, who soon came to the criminal investigation himself. With his help, the robbers who were preparing the next raid were caught. But the most dangerous criminal — "Prokhor" — is still free...
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Plot Summary
In the bustling city of Moscow, a dedicated detective, Colonel Voronin, is tasked with solving a series of high-profile robberies that have shaken the capital. He assembles a skilled team to track down the elusive criminals, facing dangerous challenges and intricate webs of deceit. The investigation leads them through the underbelly of society, testing their resolve and pushing them to their limits.
Critical Reception
The film was a popular success in the Soviet Union, praised for its gripping plot, suspenseful atmosphere, and strong performances, particularly from Vasily Lanovoy. It is considered a classic of Soviet crime cinema, although critical reception outside of its native country is less documented.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense, intricate plot and engaging detective work.
Vasily Lanovoy's portrayal of Colonel Voronin is a standout performance.
Successfully captures the atmosphere of Moscow during the era.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel of the same name by Julian Semyonov, a renowned Soviet author known for his spy and detective thrillers.
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