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The award-winning The Girl and the Bugler was originally released in Russia as Zvonyat, Otkroyte Dver. Aimed at a youthful audience, the film details the adventures of Lena Proklova, who develops a crush on scout leader Victor Belokurov. She first spots Victor during a concert given by bugler Rolan Bykov, who seems to cast a magic spell with his musicianship. Eventually, Lena's heart is broken by her dream lover's supposed unfaithfulness. So lightweight that it threatens to float into space at any moment, The Girl and the Bugler is a delight for all ages.