The Russian melodramatic mini-series "The Great Artist" is a story of love and betrayal. The events take place in 1987. A charismatic guy named Gleb is bored in his hometown. He dreams of being on a big stage and sees himself as a famous artist. Perhaps he could have reached great heights in this field if love hadn't intervened. Gleb falls in love with a girl from high society, Alena Torshakova, and she reciprocates his feelings. However, Alena's respectable parents were not thrilled with their daughter's choice.