Kobelkoff

Kobelkoff (1900)

May 21st, 19000h 2min

Documentary
61%

Overview

A film in which limbless Nikolai Kobelkoff demonstrates a series of tasks, from aiming a pistol to performing gymnastics. Kobelkoff was born without arms and legs but persevered, becoming an international star in the early 20th century as a "Human Torso".


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