Follows the life of Russian poet Alexander Vertinsky, an unknown young writer who rises to fame as a respected performer, only to be forced into decades of exiled wandering before finally returning home against the backdrop of upheaval.
Life story of the Russian poet Alexander Vertinsky, who lives and thrives on the background of crucial historical events of the century. We follow Vertinsky's path from an unknown young writer and beggar, to a famous and respected performer who is forced to wander in exile for decades before he has a chance to get home.