Vladimir Gutnov
Writing
Known For
This down-to-earth story that takes place in the mountains of North Caucasus, between two adjacent villages – Ossetian Toli and Georgian Teli – tells us about simple and naïve people that governments try to divide today by an official state border. These people wish to live in peace and harmony, in spite of ethnic differences, as their ancestors lived for hundreds of years. They are accustomed to solve all the conflicts peacefully, following Caucasian customs – around a great table, with wine and songs…
Teli and Toli
An anthology film comprising two comedy shorts about life in rural Ossetia.
From the Top!..
Documentary film about Ordzhonikidze (now Vladikavkaz)
In the City of Ordzhonikidze
In November 1979, the tunneling team of Viktor Andreevich Vakhnin set a new record, deepening the adit by 451 linear meters in 31 calendar days. The brigade dedicated its labor victory to the opening session of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR in Moscow.
Sadonian Horizons
Follows the search and use of solar, wind and geothermal energy in the Dagestan Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic.
The Search Continues
Follows the complex of hydraulic power plants in North Osetiya.