Movies and TvShows featuring "fall-of-communism" theme.

Brigada is a TV show set in 1990s Moscow, following a group of friends who are drawn into the world of organized crime and become part of the Russian mafia. The series explores themes of friendship, loyalty, revenge, political corruption, and the fall of communism. It depicts the rise of the characters within the criminal underworld, while also showcasing the challenges they face and the consequences of their actions.

In 1990, a young man must protect his mother from learning that her beloved East Germany has disappeared after a long coma.

Palombella Rossa is a surreal comedy film that follows a water polo player named Cipriani who wakes up one day with complete memory loss. As he tries to navigate his way through his daily life, he encounters various absurd situations and characters. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and the human condition in a satirical and humorous manner.

A documentary about the rise of the Solidarity movement in Poland during the 1980s, its struggles against political repression, and its impact on the eventual fall of communism in Europe. The film explores the historic events that took place in Gdansk and Warsaw, focusing on the shipyard workers' union and their fight for workers' rights. It also delves into the role of Polish politicians, the communist propaganda machine, and the state crimes committed during the era. The documentary provides a comprehensive look at the labor union's influence, the support it gained from anti-communist movements, and the significant role it played in bringing about political change in the region.

Baltic Storm is a gripping movie that tells the story of the sinking of a ferry in the Baltic Sea. Set in the 1990s, the film follows a female reporter as she unravels the dark secrets behind the disaster. With elements of mystery and thriller, Baltic Storm is a must-watch for fans of gripping dramas.

The Way I Spent the End of the World is a drama set in Romania during the 1989 revolution against dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. The film follows Eva, a 17-year-old girl, who falls in love with Andrei and plans to escape the country with him. However, her plans are disrupted when her older brother, Lalalilu, decides to assassinate Ceausescu. Amidst the chaos, Eva must navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and political unrest.

Meeting Gorbachev is a documentary film that examines the life and political career of former Soviet politician Mikhail Gorbachev. The film explores Gorbachev's role in the transformation of the Soviet Union, including his introduction of perestroika and glasnost, and his efforts to bring about political and economic reform. Through interviews and archive footage, the film provides an intimate portrait of Gorbachev and reflects on the legacy of his leadership.

After being fired from his bull breeding job without proper compensation, Franco steals a world-class bull from his former employer and smuggles it to Hungary, planning to sell it for a large sum of money.

From 1989 to 1991 a string of unpredictable events happened that brought to light the rivalry between two men: Gorbachev, hindered by the economic results of his perestroika, and Yeltsin, embodying the hopes of the Russian people. Illustrated with interviews of top protagonists such as Mikhail Gobachev himself, the documentary recounts the critical last two years of the former USSR.

Videograms of a Revolution is a documentary film that chronicles the events of the Romanian Revolution of 1989, which led to the fall of Nicolae Ceaușescu's totalitarian regime. Through a compilation of amateur video footage shot by citizens during the revolution, the film provides a unique perspective on the historical events and captures the atmosphere of fear, hope, and change that permeated the country. It also explores the role of media and representation in shaping public opinion during times of social and political upheaval.

Based on true events, The Ladder follows the spiritual journey of Andrei, a sensitive, socially awkward young man who turns to acting in his search for true happiness. After the fall of communism, he is blinded by the illusion of freedom and democracy and faces a series of brutal events that have deeply marked Romania's recent history. Finding comfort in playing the part of Aliosa in a stage adaptation of The Karamazov Brothers, he becomes closer and closer to his character, gradually discovering the way to understanding divinity.

Reima Elo ends up trying to commit suicide when he is abandoned by his wife Molla. He is also the village's laughing stock due to his communism. At a critical moment, a Lenin lookalike from Russia named Vladimir rescues him.

Rock & Roll spread the sound of freedom across the Iron Curtain and throughout Eastern Europe and the USSR, despite Communist attempts to outlaw it and to crush what they perceived was a contamination of their youth. Over the next thirty years, thousands of underground bands and millions of young fans who yearned for Western values helped fuel the nonvio- lent implosion of the Soviet regime. FREE TO ROCK features Presidents, diplomats, spies and rock stars from the West, the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe who reveal how Rock & Roll music was a contributing factor in ending the Cold

Tracing a decade of East German football, survivors of the Cold War tell a story of betrayal, murder, and manipulation in a revealing insight into how the Stasi secret police saw football as more than a game.

Crossroads is a documentary film that explores the events leading to the fall of communism in the Soviet Union and its profound impact on the Baltic states, particularly Lithuania and Estonia. It delves into the political struggles, social changes, and historical significance of this pivotal moment in history.

Trading Germans is a documentary film that delves into the untold stories of the Banat-Swabian minority in Romania. Focusing on the period of the Cold War, the film explores their struggles for democracy, exodus, and the transcultural experiences they faced due to their minority status. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal accounts, Trading Germans uncovers the intricate dynamics of international relations, political upheavals, and the resilience of a community caught in the midst of a totalitarian state.

Anna is a coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of the crumbling Soviet Union, as seen through the eyes of a teenage girl. It delves into the complexities of family relationships, political turmoil, and the societal changes that followed the fall of communism.

Disco and Atomic War is a documentary that explores the influence of Western television on a young boy growing up in Estonia during the time of Soviet occupation. The film delves into the societal and cultural changes that occurred as a result of the introduction of foreign television signals, and how it impacted the lives of the people in Estonia. Through personal stories, interviews, and archive footage, the documentary showcases the struggle between the Soviet government's censorship and the desire for freedom of information and expression.

Goodbye Soviet Union is a comedy-drama film that takes place in Soviet-era Estonia. It explores themes of family, childhood, and the fall of communism. The story follows a single mother and her son as they navigate the changes happening around them. The movie touches on topics like school life, bullying, first love, and the struggles faced by the people during that time.

The documentary AMERICAN REDS provides a historical overview of 20th century Communism and the growth, decline and contemporary relevance of the Communist Party, USA (CPUSA). Since its founding in 1919, the CPUSA has championed the struggles for democracy, labor rights, women’s equality, and racial justice. During its heyday in the 1930s and 1940s, it attracted millions of Americans to support its causes and almost 100,000 men and women to enlist in its ranks. The film begins with the Party's emergence as a small militant sect in the 1920s and documents its rise to the foremost radical group in the United States during the Great Depression, fighting against racism, sexism and fascism, as well as for the rights of workers to organize. It ends with the decline of the Party during the Cold War under the assaults of the FBI and anti- communist crusades.