Released:
1969-12-01

Overview:
It is set during the 11th century and tells of the reign of King George I. He is at war with Byzantine Empire ruled by Basil II. Apart from ongoing war, he has to fight rebellious Georgian tribes. Problems occur when King George falls in love with Shorena. For her, the King is willing to go against the church. The story is based on famous novel by Konstantine Gamsakhrudia.

Directors:
Vakhtang Tabliashvili, Devi Abashidze

Runtime:
2h 40min

Genre:
History, Drama

• Cast:
• 
  Tengiz Archvadze
  as
  Konstantine Arsakidze
• 
  Otar Megvinetukhutsesi
  as
  King George I
• 
  Sopo Maghalashvili
  as
  Queen Mariam
• 
  Lali Badurashvili
  as
  Shorena
• 
  Vaso Godziashvili
  as
  Melchizedek Catholicos