The Draconian Contract
Originally released in 1915. The Draconian Contract is a comedy film. directed by Pyotr Chardynin. At just 40 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Aleksandr Kheruvimov, Vera Karalli, and Antoni Fertner
Synopsis
The waiter Antosha is in love with the restaurant owner's daughter. This distracts Antosha from his work and the owner is going to fire him. The notary appears and informs the owner that Antosha is receiving a large inheritance. He sets up a three-year contract with Antosha which, In the event of its early termination, the owner receives a large amount. Drunk, Antosha signs the contract, and the next day he becomes rich. Antosha wants to quit right away, but after seeing the contract, he remains to work. At night, he leads the luxurious life of a rich man. The owner of the restaurant is trying this way and that to fire Antosha. But he manages not only to avoid being fired, but also to marry his daughter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 5, 1915
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 40m
40 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Russia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- A. Khanzhonkov and Co.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Draconian Contract about?
The waiter Antosha is in love with the restaurant owner's daughter. This distracts Antosha from his work and the owner is going to fire him. The notary appears and informs the owner that Antosha is...
Who directed The Draconian Contract?
The Draconian Contract was directed by Pyotr Chardynin.
How long is The Draconian Contract?
The Draconian Contract has a runtime of 0 hours and 40 minutes (40 minutes total).
When was The Draconian Contract released?
The Draconian Contract was released on December 5, 1915 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Draconian Contract?
The main cast of The Draconian Contract includes Aleksandr Kheruvimov, Vera Karalli, Antoni Fertner, Tatiana Bach, Georg Asagaroff.