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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19601h 10mSoviet Union

Papa Gigia

პაპა გიგია

Synopsis

In order to increase yield in the collective farm, the process of renewal of grape varieties is underway, this process also applies to homestead vineyards. Pioneers also help elders. Papa Gigia understands the importance of the process, but he does not want to cut a vineyard on his homestead because of the memories of his youth. His grandson, Dato, who doesn't want to lag behind his comrades, starts pruning the vineyard arbitrarily, for which Papa severely punishes him. But when Dato's behavior becomes the object of criticism by the pioneers, Papa forgives his grandson and cuts the remaining vine himself.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Zaza Gudavadze
Screenplay & Story
Grigol Chikovani, Yuriy Krotkov
Original Score
Mariam Davitashvili
Original Title
პაპა გიგია
Country of Origin
Soviet Union
Spoken Languages
Georgian
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
Georgia-Film

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Zaza Gudavadze

Screenplay & Story

Grigol Chikovani, Yuriy Krotkov

Original Score & Music

Mariam Davitashvili

Director of Photography

Yuriy Rishkov

Department Leadership Roster

Zaza Gudavadze

Director

Grigol Chikovani

Writer

Nikoloz Kazbegi

Production Design

Yuriy Krotkov

Writer

Yuriy Rishkov

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Papa Gigia.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Papa Gigia

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Papa Gigia about?

In order to increase yield in the collective farm, the process of renewal of grape varieties is underway, this process also applies to homestead vineyards. Pioneers also help elders. Papa Gigia understands the importance of the process, but he does not want to cut a vineyard on his homestead because of the memories of his youth. His grandson, Dato, who doesn't want to lag behind his comrades, starts pruning the vineyard arbitrarily, for which Papa severely punishes him. But when Dato's behavior becomes the object of criticism by the pioneers, Papa forgives his grandson and cuts the remaining vine himself.

Who directed Papa Gigia?

Papa Gigia was directed by Zaza Gudavadze.

Who stars in Papa Gigia?

The principal cast of Papa Gigia includes Kote Daushvili, Imedo Kakhiani, Ioseb Abramishvili, Tamaz Bibiluri, Julieta Vashakmadze.

When was Papa Gigia released and how long is it?

Papa Gigia was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.

Who composed the musical score for Papa Gigia?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Papa Gigia was composed by Mariam Davitashvili.