Overview
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...
| Actor | Age then | Age now | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 47 | July 19, 1990 (57) | |
 | 33 | 78 | |
 | 35 | 80 | |
 | 78 | October 22, 1985 (83) | |
 | 65 | October 31, 2016 (101) | |
 | 82 | October 31, 1989 (91) | |
 | 58 | February 14, 1987 (65) | |
 | 48 | August 6, 2005 (73) | |
 | 63 | September 24, 1989 (72) | |
 | 29 | 75 |