Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician

The film follows a princess born into a fairy-tale kingdom, who is cursed by a wicked witch. The curse foretells that on her 16th birthday, she will prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into eternal sleep. In an effort to protect her, the king orders the destruction of all spinning wheels and bans the number 16 throughout the kingdom. The arrival of a young traveling prince complicates matters, as he brings a curse of his own.

With a runtime of 133 minutes, Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician features a notable cast, including Anton Tabakov, Anna Isaykina, and Igor Kvasha. The film's enchanting premise and rich storytelling appeal to those interested in fantasy narratives and adaptations of classic tales. As a product of the Odessa Film Studio, it offers a unique perspective on the fairy tale genre from the 1980s.