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1 00:00:00,420 --> 00:00:05,370 Soyuzmultfilm production Moscow,1951 2 00:00:06,180 --> 00:00:12,650 Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin The tale of the dead princess and the seven knights 3 00:00:48,600 --> 00:00:54,290 With his suite the Tsar departed. The Tsaritsa tender-hearted 4 00:00:54,880 --> 00:01:00,660 At the window sat alone, Wishing he would hurry home. 5 00:01:01,690 --> 00:01:07,850 All day every day she waited, Gazing till her dedicated 6 00:01:08,270 --> 00:01:14,750 Eyes grew weak from overstrain, Gazing at the empty plain. 7 00:01:15,700 --> 00:01:22,400 Then from God on Christmas Eve She a daughter did receive. 8 00:01:22,850 --> 00:01:27,960 Home again from travel far Came at last the father-Tsar. 9 00:01:28,380 --> 00:01:33,940 One fond glance at him she darted, Gasped for joy with thin lips parted, 10 00:01:34,420 --> 00:01:41,170 Then fell back upon her bed And by prayer-time was dead. 11 00:01:41,470 --> 00:01:46,970 Long the Tsar sat lonely, brooding. But he, too, was only human. 12 00:01:47,330 --> 00:01:51,970 Tears for one sad year he shed... And another woman wed. 13 00:01:52,380 --> 00:01:56,360 She (if one be strictly truthful) Was a born Tsaritsa youthful 14 00:01:56,660 --> 00:02:01,250 Slim, tall, fair to look upon, Clever, witty and so on 15 00:02:01,590 --> 00:02:06,650 But she was in equal measure Stubborn, haughty, wilful, jealous. 16 00:02:06,880 --> 00:02:10,490 In her dowry rich and vast Was a little looking-glass. 17 00:02:10,720 --> 00:02:14,880 It had this unique distinction: It could speak with perfect diction. 18 00:02:15,110 --> 00:02:18,830 Only with this glass would she In a pleasant humour be. 19 00:02:19,670 --> 00:02:22,970 Many times a day she'd greet it And coquettishly entreat it: 20 00:02:23,420 --> 00:02:28,810 "Tell me, pretty looking-glass, Nothing but the truth, I ask: 21 00:02:29,400 --> 00:02:34,960 Who in all the world is fairest And has beauty of the rarest?" 22 00:02:39,520 --> 00:02:43,590 "You, it cannot be denied. 23 00:02:44,210 --> 00:02:55,240 You in all the world are fairest And your beauty is the rarest." 24 00:03:01,360 --> 00:03:05,930 All this time the Tsar's own daughter Quietly, as Nature taught her, 25 00:03:06,450 --> 00:03:13,160 Grew and grew, and came quite soon Like a flower into bloom: 26 00:03:13,430 --> 00:03:18,620 Raven-browed, of fair complexion, Breathing kindness and affection. 27 00:03:19,320 --> 00:03:25,840 And the choice of fiance Lighted on Prince Yelisei. 28 00:03:27,790 --> 00:03:34,820 "Who in all the world is fairest And has beauty of the rarest?" 29 00:03:37,240 --> 00:03:40,160 "You are fair, I can't deny. 30 00:03:40,680 --> 00:03:48,210 But the Princess is the fairest And her beauty is the rarest." 31 00:03:54,290 --> 00:04:00,730 "O you loathsome looking-glass, Telling lies as bold as brass! 32 00:04:01,310 --> 00:04:07,520 Now look here, explain to me How can she the fairer be? 33 00:04:08,130 --> 00:04:13,980 Scour this realm of ours and seek well, Nowhere shall you find my equal. 34 00:04:14,910 --> 00:04:22,530 "But the Princess is the fairest And her beauty is the rarest." 35 00:04:43,690 --> 00:04:51,660 "Take the Princess to the forest, Bind her hand and foot and forehead 36 00:04:52,220 --> 00:04:59,800 To a tree! When wolves arrive Let them eat the girl alive!" 37 00:06:53,840 --> 00:06:59,410 "Well?" demanded the Tsaritsa, "Where's that pretty little creature?" 38 00:07:00,840 --> 00:07:05,640 "In the forest on her own," Smudge replied. "And there she'll stay. 39 00:07:05,640 --> 00:07:10,330 To a tree I firmly lashed her. When a hungry beast attacks her 40 00:07:10,580 --> 00:07:15,730 She'll have little time to cry And the quicker she shall die!" 41 00:09:45,700 --> 00:09:50,940 Rumour spread and caused a panic: "What, the Tsar's own daughter vanished!" 42 00:09:51,610 --> 00:09:56,690 Mournful was the Tsar that day. But the young Prince Yelisei 43 00:09:56,910 --> 00:10:01,500 Offered God a fervent prayer And departed then and there 44 00:10:01,500 --> 00:10:06,640 To seek out and homeward guide His sweet-tempered, youthful bride. 45 00:11:29,390 --> 00:11:36,550 "How amazing! All so neat! The fire blazing! 46 00:11:36,550 --> 00:11:40,420 Somebody's been cleaning here And is waiting somewhere near. 47 00:11:40,830 --> 00:11:45,200 Who is there? Come out of hiding! Be a friend in peace abiding! 48 00:11:45,480 --> 00:11:49,490 If you're someone old and hoar, Be our uncle evermore! 49 00:11:49,780 --> 00:11:54,460 If you're young and love a scuffle. We'll embrace you as a brother. 50 00:11:54,770 --> 00:11:59,560 If a venerable dame, Then shall 'mother' be your name. 51 00:11:59,800 --> 00:12:05,360 If a maiden fair, we'll call you Our dear sister and adore you." 52 00:12:41,170 --> 00:12:47,590 Days flew by�the Princess living All the time without misgiving 53 00:12:48,950 --> 00:12:53,490 In the forest, never bored With the Seven Knights abroad. 54 00:12:56,250 --> 00:13:01,550 Darkness would the earth still cover When at dawn the seven brothers 55 00:13:02,980 --> 00:13:07,350 Would ride out to try their luck With a long-bow, shooting duck. 56 00:14:48,260 --> 00:14:53,680 And in time they grew to love her. Thereupon all seven brothers 57 00:14:54,630 --> 00:15:00,220 Shortly after dawn one day To her chamber made their way 58 00:15:00,830 --> 00:15:08,590 And the Eldest Knight addressed her: "As you know, you are our sister. 59 00:15:09,260 --> 00:15:14,800 But all seven of us here Are in love with you, my dear, 60 00:15:14,800 --> 00:15:19,500 And we all desire your favours. But that must not be. God save us! 61 00:15:20,990 --> 00:15:25,230 Find some way to give us peace! Be a wife to one at least, 62 00:15:25,760 --> 00:15:28,930 To the rest remain a sister! 63 00:15:32,220 --> 00:15:40,330 Is this to say your offer you refuse? Nothing from our stock you'll choose?" 64 00:15:40,870 --> 00:15:46,160 "O my brave and bonny brothers, Virtuous beyond all others!" 65 00:15:46,880 --> 00:15:52,460 "God in heaven strike me dead If my answer be not honest: 66 00:15:53,160 --> 00:15:57,400 I've no choice my hand is promised! 67 00:15:57,850 --> 00:16:02,960 You're all equal in my eyes, All so valiant and wise, 68 00:16:03,350 --> 00:16:10,310 And I love you all, dear brothers! But my heart is to another 69 00:16:10,790 --> 00:16:18,600 Pledged for evermore. One day I shall wed Prince Yelisei!" 70 00:16:19,940 --> 00:16:27,150 "Pray forgive us and I promise You'll hear nothing further from us!" 71 00:16:27,560 --> 00:16:30,150 "I'm not angry," she replied. 72 00:16:37,800 --> 00:16:43,220 "Greetings, pretty looking-glass! Tell me all the truth, I ask: 73 00:16:43,760 --> 00:16:49,930 Who in all the world is fairest And has beauty of the rarest?" 74 00:16:52,280 --> 00:16:55,400 "You are fair, I can't deny. 75 00:16:55,940 --> 00:17:02,180 But where Seven Knights go riding In a green oak-grove residing 76 00:17:02,600 --> 00:17:09,740 Humbly lives a person who Is more beautiful than you." 77 00:18:32,900 --> 00:18:37,770 How perplexing! "Had a bad night's sleep, I reckon!" 78 00:18:38,910 --> 00:18:42,410 "I most humbly thank you, daughter, 79 00:18:42,990 --> 00:18:47,940 God be merciful!" said she. "In return take this from me!" 80 00:18:50,700 --> 00:18:53,330 "Enjoy the apple 81 00:18:54,470 --> 00:18:58,600 At you leisure, little pet! Thank you for the loaf of bread..." 82 00:21:47,810 --> 00:21:53,820 With pure love did we regard you, For your loved one did we guard you, 83 00:21:53,820 --> 00:21:58,720 But you came not to the groom, Only to a chill dark tomb." 84 00:22:04,530 --> 00:22:09,960 "Who is now by far the fairest And has beauty of the rarest?" 85 00:22:14,870 --> 00:22:17,900 "You, it cannot be denied. 86 00:22:18,320 --> 00:22:25,600 You in all the world are fairest And your beauty is the rarest!" 87 00:22:32,540 --> 00:22:36,810 In pursuit of his sweet bride Through the country far and wide 88 00:22:37,100 --> 00:22:39,790 Still Prince Yelisei goes riding... 89 00:22:42,890 --> 00:22:49,840 "Sun, dear Sun! The whole year coursing Through the sky, in springtime thawing 90 00:22:50,480 --> 00:22:55,430 From the chill earth winter snow! You observe us all below. 91 00:22:55,840 --> 00:22:58,170 Surely you'll not grudge an answer? 92 00:22:58,590 --> 00:23:02,540 Tell me, did you ever chance to See the Princess I revere? 93 00:23:03,110 --> 00:23:04,840 I'm her fiance." 94 00:23:08,560 --> 00:23:13,190 "My dear," "I have nowhere seen your Princess, 95 00:23:13,540 --> 00:23:19,370 So she's dead, we must presume, That is, if my friend, the Moon, 96 00:23:19,710 --> 00:23:25,780 Has not met her on his travels Or seen clues you may unravel." 97 00:23:40,690 --> 00:23:45,330 "Moon, O Moon, my friend!" he said, "Gold of horn and round of head, 98 00:23:45,740 --> 00:23:50,670 From the darkest shadows rising, With your eye the world apprising, 99 00:23:51,920 --> 00:23:55,270 You whom stars with love regard As you mount your nightly guard! 100 00:23:55,650 --> 00:23:58,100 Surely you'll not grudge an answer? 101 00:23:58,380 --> 00:24:02,580 Tell me, did you ever chance to See the Princess I revere? 102 00:24:02,580 --> 00:24:04,990 I'm her fiance." 103 00:24:06,770 --> 00:24:10,320 "O dear!" "No, I have not seen the maiden. 104 00:24:11,600 --> 00:24:16,670 On my round I only go When it is my turn, you know. 105 00:24:17,260 --> 00:24:20,990 It would seem that I was resting When she passed." 106 00:24:22,180 --> 00:24:23,960 "How very vexing!" 107 00:24:24,270 --> 00:24:29,490 "Wait a minute! I suggest you Have the Wind come to the rescue. 108 00:24:29,850 --> 00:24:37,900 Call him now! It's worth a try. And cheer up a bit! Goodbye!" 109 00:24:41,650 --> 00:24:46,530 "Wind, O Wind! Lord of the sky, Herding flocks of clouds on high, 110 00:24:46,740 --> 00:24:50,710 Stirring up the dark-blue ocean, Setting all the air in motion, 111 00:24:51,430 --> 00:24:54,330 Surely you'll not grudge an answer? 112 00:24:54,560 --> 00:24:58,240 Tell me, did you ever chance to See the Princess I revere? 113 00:24:58,550 --> 00:25:00,960 I'm her fiance." 114 00:25:03,500 --> 00:25:10,100 "O hear!" "Where a quiet stream is flowing 115 00:25:10,640 --> 00:25:17,830 Stands a mountain high and steep In it lies a cavern deep; 116 00:25:18,810 --> 00:25:26,430 In this cave in shadows dismal Sways a coffin, made of crystal. 117 00:25:26,820 --> 00:25:31,140 Hung by chains from pillars six. Round it barren land in which 118 00:25:31,370 --> 00:25:41,460 No man ever meets another. In that tomb your bride discover!" 119 00:28:00,850 --> 00:28:08,170 "Who in all the world is fairest And has beauty of the rarest?" 120 00:28:09,760 --> 00:28:13,110 "You are fair, I can't deny, 121 00:28:13,510 --> 00:28:20,440 But the Princess is the fairest And her beauty is the rarest!" 122 00:28:43,830 --> 00:28:48,850 Overcome by grief and spite, The Tsaritsa died that night. 123 00:28:49,770 --> 00:28:56,620 From the grave where she was buried To a wedding people hurried, 124 00:28:56,620 --> 00:29:01,940 For the good Prince Yelisei Wed his Princess that same day. 125 00:29:32,560 --> 00:29:39,220 Never since the World's creation Was there such a celebration. 126 00:29:52,580 --> 00:29:53,420 THE END