A major political, historical, human and economic fact of the 20th century, the Gulag, the extremely punitive Soviet concentration camp system, remains largely unknown.
Russia’s War provides an important and in-depth account of the nation’s history throughout the period of Joseph Stalin's rule (1924-53). Told in ten parts, this astonishing documentary reveals eyewitness accounts, archival photography, documents and footage, and gives a remarkable insight into what let to the death of sixty-five million Soviets during Stalin’s reign of terror.
Moscow, 1953. Soviet dictator Joseph Vissarionovich Stalin dies after being in power for nearly 30 years. Now, members of the Council of Ministers scramble for power in a chaotic struggle for control.
World War II: When Lions Roared is a TV mini-series that dramatizes the Yalta Conference, where Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Josef Stalin met to discuss the future of post-war Europe. The series focuses on the personal and political dynamics between the three leaders as they negotiate and make important decisions.
The World Wars is a compelling and factual documentary miniseries that analyzes the events, key figures, and global impact of World War I and World War II. It offers viewers an in-depth understanding of the political, social, and military complexities that shaped these devastating global conflicts.
Apocalypse: Stalin is a documentary TV show that delves into the life of Joseph Stalin, the Russian revolutionary and political leader. It explores his rise to power, the policies of his despotic rule, and the impact of his regime on the Soviet Union. The show covers key events such as the Great Purge, the Russian Revolution, and the Great Patriotic War.
During World War II, a small group of Russian soldiers is assigned the mission of transporting Hitler's discovered remains back to Stalin in Moscow. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and confrontations, testing their loyalty and courage.
In 1939, a group of Soviet tank designers led by Alexey Ivchenko receive a telegram message from Joseph Stalin ordering them to field test their tanks. They embark on a cross-country journey, facing various challenges such as sabotage, captivity, and traitors. Along the way, they encounter a German agent and must use their skills to outsmart him. Based on a true story, this historical comedy-adventure showcases the ingenuity and determination of the Soviet Red Army during World War II.
Stalin is a biographical movie that delves into the life of Joseph Stalin, depicting his ruthless rule and the atrocities committed during his time as the dictator of the Soviet Union. The film explores Stalin's paranoia, state terrorism, and his iron grip on power, showcasing his despotic rule and the mass murders perpetrated under his regime.
Explore the historical significance of the Hitler–Stalin Pact, a surprising alliance between two powerful leaders that shaped the course of World War II. Delve into the political motivations and consequences of this controversial agreement.
Teheran '43 is a thrilling movie that takes place during the Tehran Conference in 1943. It follows a group of agents and world leaders as they navigate the complexities of war, terrorism, and assassination attempts. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, tensions rise and betrayals are uncovered.
Balkan Spy is a comedy film set in Belgrade, Serbia during the Stalinist era. The story revolves around twin brothers who get involved in espionage, interrogation, and hostage-taking. With elements of satire and political comedy, the movie explores themes of paranoia, brainwashing, and self-denial. The brothers find themselves in absurd situations as they navigate through a world of double-talk and political intrigue.
In post-World War II Britain, a journalist investigates a British government cover-up involving collusion with Stalinist Eastern Europe. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of intrigue, betrayal, and a stolen diary that could expose the truth and change history forever.
Afterimage is based on the true story of Władysław Strzemiński, a renowned Polish artist who fought against the communist regime's control over the arts. The movie portrays his struggles with the political censorship and his physical disabilities, as well as his determination to create art that challenges the status quo.
A film about the dramatic and extraordinary fate of the lonely man who confronted the meat grinder of the communist regime. Georgy Konstantinov, 19 years old, blew up Stalin's monument in Sofia and death passed him by only because the dictator died two days later. He miraculously survived 10 years in prison and psychiatric wards and managed to escape to France. His State Security file numbers more than 40,000 pages. Even today, he does not cease to expose the crimes of the regime with the strength of truth and of his character.
A dance troupe from the autonomous region of Abkhazia in western Georgia perform for Stalin, Lavrentiy Beria, Abkhaz leader Nestor Lakoba, and other high-ranking party officials in the Black Sea coastal town of Gagra.
January 1953: On the eve of his death Stalin finds himself yet another imaginary enemy: Jewish doctors. He organizes the most violent anti-Semitic campaign ever launched in the USSR, by fabricating the "Doctors' Plot," whereby doctors are charged with conspiring to murder the highest dignitaries of the Soviet Regime. Still unknown and untold, this conspiracy underlines the climax of a political scheme successfully masterminded by Stalin to turn the Jews into the new enemies of the people. It reveals his extreme paranoia and his compulsion to manipulate those around him. The children and friends of the main victims recount for the first time their experience and their distress related to these nightmarish events.
In 1952, the daughter of two fervent Communists in Australia becomes pregnant by an unknown man and quickly rises to power within the Communist Party. The film satirically explores themes of politics, power, and the fall of the Berlin Wall.
In post-World War II Serbia, a teacher becomes caught up in a tragic event when he witnesses an ambush orchestrated by Chetniks. The teacher must confront his own fear and navigate the complexities of a war-torn society.