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Plot Summary:
The film consists of three independent parts: "Workmate", "Déjà vu" and "Operation Y". The plot follows the adventures of Shurik (alternative spelling — Shourick), the naive and nerdy Soviet student who often gets into ludicrous situations but always finds a way out very neatly. "Operation Y and Shurik's Other Adventures" was a hit movie and became the leader of Soviet film distribution in 1965.
IMDB Rating: 8.5
IMDB Votes: 14000
Genere: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance
Country: Soviet Union
Duration: 95 min
Plot tags: witty, feel good, light, humorous, realistic, funny, buddy comedy, slapstick, slapstick comedy, not serious
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IMDB Votes: 6000
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IMDB Votes: 8000
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IMDB Rating: 7.8
IMDB Votes: 5000
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IMDB Votes: 3000
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IMDB Votes: 13000
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IMDB Votes: 13000
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