Based on the play of the same name by Leonid Zorin.
Gordei Kabachkov, a professional con man, decided to pursue a career in science and was very successful. Having settled in a certain Institute of Ancient Culture, he easily wraps his finger around the numerous “kind men” – members of the academic council – and defends his thesis.
Using his “talents” and the kindness of the staff of the Institute of Ancient Culture, Kabachkov makes a rapid take-off on the career ladder…
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