Giorgi Shengelaia, a renowned filmmaker and wordsmith, entered the world on May 11, 1937, in the vibrant city of Moscow, which was then a part of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic, a constituent republic of the Soviet Union.
Born Georgiy Nikolaevich Shengelaya, this multifaceted creative talent has made a lasting impact on the world of cinema, leaving an indelible mark on the industry with his remarkable directorial and writing skills.
Some of his most notable works include the critically acclaimed film "Pirosmani" (1969),the thought-provoking "Veris ubnis melodiebi" (1974),and the captivating "Voyage of the Young Composer" (1985).
