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Writer-director Levan Akin’s romantic drama unfolds in the ultraconservative area of Tbilisi, Georgia. It stars Levan Gelbakhiani, Bachi Valishvili and Ana Javakishvili. Merab has been training with Mary for a place in the prestigious National Georgian Ensemble for years when Irakli, another talented male dancer, arrives. The two men develop a passionate rivalry that places Merab’s personal relationships and professional aspirations at risk.