Movies and TvShows featuring "foreigner-plays-a-russian-character" theme.

War and Peace (1956) is an epic film adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's novel of the same name. The story follows the lives of several aristocratic families in Russia during the 1805 French invasion of Russia and the subsequent Napoleonic Wars. The movie explores themes of love, honor, and war as the characters navigate through dramatic events and personal struggles.

Rasputin and the Empress (1932) is a captivating historical drama that delves into the life and influence of Grigori Rasputin, a controversial figure in imperial Russia. The film follows the manipulative and charismatic Rasputin as he gains the trust of the Russian royal family, particularly Czar Nicholas II and Czarina Alexandra. Rasputin's ability to seemingly heal their son's hemophilia creates a deep bond of dependency, but his questionable methods and growing influence lead to political unrest, revolution, and ultimately the downfall of the imperial family.