VERY ENTERTAINING MOVIE
MOVIE PLOT: The year is 1984, the place is Soviet Union. Vladimir Ivanoff (played by Robin Williams) is a typical Russian citizen, working in the Moscow circus playing his saxophone. He has come to terms with his situation and despair. He lives with his family in a 2 room flat. Moscow circus is preparing to go to New York for the first time to perform. A circus clown who is unhappy with his life in Russia confides in Vladimir of his intention to defect when they go to New York. After giving the performance in New York, the circus is headed to Bloomingdales department store as their last stop before departing back to Moscow. However, it is Vladimir who declares of his defection. With the help of local authorities and mall security, he is able to remain in New York. As Vladimir tries to make it in New York, he is constantly haunted by his decision. Did he make a right choice by leaving his native land, was the freedom he searched worth everything he sacrificed?CONCLUSION: Very Entertaining Film. A must have DVD for your collection. Robin William's gives one of his best performances.
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euroman1970 3 August 2004
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