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28 October 2011 [12:46] - Today.Az
A memory evening dedicated to the 100th anniversary of prominent actor, satirist and director Arkady Raikin was held in the Russian Information and Cultural Center here. The event brought together representatives of Russian organizations in Baku, youth unions ad students.
According to the press service of the Russian Information and Cultural Center, announcer of the evening Kamale Aliyeva provided information on Arkady Raikin`s life and creative activity. Film “Magic Power of Art” attended by him was demonstrated in the event.
Arkady Raikin (1911–1987), the creator of a whole gallery of unforgettable satirical types and characters, was a living legend of his time and his country. He went down in the history of Russian culture of the 20th century as a great director, scriptwriter, actor, and humorist. Millions of people would laugh and cry, rejoice and grieve together with Raikin`s characters, and could recognize his personages in real life. He was the embodiment of their faith in justice, truth and kindness.
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