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Auditor (1933)

The plot of the film takes place in a small town, where the authorities are worried about the rumor about the arrival of the auditor - incognito a high-ranking official sent by the tsarist government to check the honesty and effectiveness of local authorities. To avoid possible trouble, local officials and wealthy landowners seek to bribe and please the alleged auditor.

However, when a young clerk Khlestakov accidentally arrives in the town, wanting to stay for the night, his coincidence with a high-ranking official leads to him being mistaken for an auditor. Khlestakov is not disappointed and begins to use his position for his own benefit, demanding various privileges and bribes from the authorities.

The film is full of comic situations, misunderstandings and vivid characters, creating a fun atmosphere and conveying the mood of Gogol's original play.

Characters:

1. Ivan Aleksandrovich Khlestakov: The main character of the film, who accidentally finds himself in a situation involving his role as an auditor.

2. Various officials and landowners: Bright and comical characters who try to bribe or please the alleged auditor.

Topics:

- Corruption and meanness: Depiction of the vices and shortcomings of the bureaucratic apparatus and wealthy landlords seeking to deceive and bribe the alleged auditor.

- Comedy of errors: Showing misunderstandings and ridiculous situations arising from false ideas about the personality of the main character.

- Satire on society: Criticism of the Russian reality of that time, conveyed through the prism of humor and irony.

Director:

Yakov Protazanov created a film that became one of the most striking examples of Russian comedy and was recognized both in Russia and abroad.

Conclusion:

"The Examiner" (1933) is a funny and mocking comedy that, despite its age, still remains popular and beloved among viewers. The film brings joy and smiles with its atmosphere and vibrant characters, and its themes remain relevant in modern times.

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