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The Commissar of Light
Genres
Drama
Overview
After World War II, more than 85% of the Albanian people were illiterate. Partisan soldier Dritan Shkaba is tasked with opening new schools in north Albania to enlighten the population.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
108 min
Release Date
1966-07-16
Status
Released
Original Language
Albanian
Vote Count
1
Vote Average
7
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Rikard Ljarja
Dritan Shkaba
Roza Anagnosti
Rudina
Ndrek Luca
Prifti Dom Pali
Ndrek Prela
Gjyshi i Dritanit
Mihal Stefa
Shërbyesi i Kishës
Reshat Arbana
Nikoll Mustaqeziu
Mario Ashiku
Ndre Gjetani
Liza Vorfi
Dava, gruaja e Prenkës
Viktor Zhusti
Mark Dedina
Antoneta Papapavli
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