I watched this for the first time today and I feel like I wasted so many years not knowing it. I think it is an absolutely amazing Soviet comedy. Probably one of my favorites. It is very positive and kind, the characters are all very fun and colorful with great acting. The story is very amusing and has a great meaning. And the writing is genius, one can quote almost every part of it. It is interesting how one can connect to such an old movie from a country very different from what we live in. I already can't wait to watch it again.