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The Muslim

1995 · 110 min · Director: Vladimir Khotinenko

The Muslim (1995) is a drama film, directed by Vladimir Khotinenko. It stars Evgeny Mironov and Aleksandr Baluev. The 110-minute film holds an audience score of 5.9/10.

What The Muslim Is About

A Russian soldier who spent ten years in captivity in Afghanistan, returns to his home village and shocks all its inhabitants because of his conversion to Islam. During his absence, his father hanged himself, his brother served a prison term and his former fiancée has become a woman of very low morals. The village is the scene of endless drinking while the local boss is selling off the land for dollars to new-rich Russians. Our hero turns out as the only sober and hard-working member of the community. However, his attachment to his new faith soon provokes the hatred and rejection of everyone else, including his own family.

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What is The Muslim about?

A Russian soldier who spent ten years in captivity in Afghanistan, returns to his home village and shocks all its inhabitants because of his conversion to Islam. During his absence, his father hanged himself, his brother served a prison term and his former fiancée has become a woman of very low morals.

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How long is The Muslim?

The Muslim runs for 110 minutes (1h 50m).

When did The Muslim come out?

The Muslim was released in 1995.

Who directed The Muslim?

The Muslim was directed by Vladimir Khotinenko.

Who stars in The Muslim?

The Muslim stars Evgeny Mironov, Aleksandr Baluev, Nina Usatova, Evdokiya Germanova.

What is The Muslim's rating?

The Muslim holds 6.8/10 on IMDb and 5.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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