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The War Symphonies: Shostakovich Against Stalin (1997)

The War Symphonies: Shostakovich Against Stalin is a documentary that depicts the life of Dmitri Shostakovich, a prominent composer, during the time of Stalin's regime. It explores his struggle to maintain his artistic integrity and express his dissent through his symphonies amidst the brutal oppression and censorship. The film highlights the composer's determination to defy the propaganda and repression, showcasing the impact of his music against the backdrop of the starvation, siege, and death threats faced by the Soviet citizens. It offers an insight into the power of art as a form of protest and a means of resistance in a post-World War II era dominated by dictatorship and fear.

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