The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 2017, The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema is a documentary film directed by Emmanuel Hamon, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. The two decades following the Russian revolution are marked by a gang of young people who profoundly influenced Russian Cinema. This artistic revolution was led by directors, actors, technicians and poets. They are the characters and voices of our film. The Soviet Actress, Ada Voistik, and its camrades tell us the story of this unique period, through the images of soviet fic-tional works produced between 1917 and 1934. We can thus catch a glimpse of their fight for a new society, where creative freedom was of utmost im-portance. A utopia which will be brought down by an authoritarian power impacting cinema as much as the rest of society.

Who’s in it. The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema stars Virginie Efira, Xavier Legrand, Damien Chapelle and Aurélien Recoing, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema page.

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Where can I watch The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema (2017)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema worth watching?
The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema?
The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema stars Virginie Efira, Xavier Legrand, Damien Chapelle, Aurélien Recoing and Emmanuel Salinger.
When was The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema released?
The Soviet Revolution Told Through its Cinema was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.