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Kalashnikov AK-47
Movie

Kalashnikov AK-47(2020)

6.6
105Minutes

Kalashnikov AK-47 is a biographical drama set during World War II, showcasing the life of Mikhail Kalashnikov, the inventor of the famous AK-47 assault rifle. The movie explores his journey from a wounded soldier to a renowned gunsmith, highlighting the challenges and glory of his accomplishments. It delves into the intricate process of weapon construction and showcases the impact of his invention on the Red Army. With a focus on his personal struggles and the historical context of the Soviet Union, it pays homage to the resilience of the Russian people during the Great Patriotic War.

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Burnt by the Sun
Movie

Burnt by the Sun(1994)

7.8
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R
135Minutes

Set in the 1930s during the Stalinist era in Russia, 'Burnt by the Sun' tells the story of a colonel who is betrayed by his old friend and former lover, leading to tragic consequences for him and his family. The film explores themes of love, repression, and the impact of a totalitarian state on the lives of its citizens. It is a powerful portrayal of the personal and political conflicts of the time.

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The Edge
Movie

The Edge(2010)

6.5
NR
115Minutes

In the harsh Siberian winter of 1945, a group of prisoners in a Soviet labor camp must endure hard labor, brutal conditions, and a fierce rivalry. When a German woman is brought to the camp, tensions rise as the Russian and German women clash. Amidst the struggle for survival, a daring escape plan is hatched, leading to a thrilling train race through the snow-covered landscape.

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Captain Volkonogov Escaped
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Captain Volkonogov Escaped(2021)

7.3
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126Minutes

Captain Volkonogov, a Soviet officer, finds himself in a dilemma during Stalin's purge in 1938. He navigates through a gloomy and nonlinear timeline as he tries to escape the clutches of the NKVD. The movie explores themes of anti-communism, singing, suicide, and the harsh realities of Stalinism.

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Lenin's Testament
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Lenin's Testament (2007)

7.9

The author of The Kolyma Stories and many other works spent 17 years in the terrible GULAG camps on Kolyma. The term that Varlam Tikhonovich received in 1929 was for distributing Lenin's letter to the congress, in which he criticized Stalin. Nowadays, this letter is called the "testament of Lenin"…

The Penal Battalion
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The Penal Battalion (2004)

7.4

Set during the Great Patriotic War, 'The Penal Battalion' follows a group of Russian soldiers who have been sentenced to serve in a penal unit. As they struggle to survive in the harsh conditions of the war, they form a bond of friendship and must confront the horrors of the battlefield.

Burnt by the Sun 2: Exodus
Movie

Burnt by the Sun 2: Exodus(2010)

4.3
180Minutes

In Burnt by the Sun 2: Exodus (2010), a soldier must navigate a fantasy world dominated by war and communist crimes. He forms unlikely alliances, faces unimaginable horrors, and searches for salvation and redemption in a world consumed by chaos.

V2. Escape from Hell
Movie

V2. Escape from Hell(2021)

5.6
118Minutes

V2. Escape from Hell is a gripping movie based on a true story. It follows the journey of a group of prisoners who plot a daring escape from a brutal Soviet prison camp during World War II. With their lives at stake, they must navigate through dangerous terrain and face numerous challenges in their quest for freedom. This action-packed film showcases the endurance, resilience, and determination of the human spirit.

Burnt by the Sun 2: Citadel
Movie

Burnt by the Sun 2: Citadel(2011)

4.2
158Minutes

Burnt by the Sun 2: Citadel is a war drama set during World War II, focusing on the events at the Citadel during the year 1943. The story revolves around a group of soldiers, including a tank crew, who are trapped in a heavily fortified German citadel. As the battle rages on, they face numerous challenges and struggles, including facing off against the enemy, dealing with the harsh winter conditions, and confronting their own personal demons.

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Zoya
Movie

Zoya(2020)

3.4
105Minutes

Zoya is a gripping war movie set in the backdrop of World War II. It tells the story of a brave and courageous woman named Zoya, who faces unimaginable challenges and hardships during the war. The movie explores themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the horrors of war.

Siberian Exile
Movie

Siberian Exile(2013)

4.9
125Minutes

An epic tale of Poles, Ukrainians, Jews who are deported to Russia. Their fate is shown from the perspective of a young boy Staszek, who goes to Siberia with his family and neighbors from a small village in the eastern Polish borderlands. Together with his companions he starts hard struggle for survival, where the most fearsome opponent turns out to be terrible, merciless nature... Circumstances force the boy to reevaluate his life and grow up faster. Soon he will have to learn the essential struggle for survival and make decisions that will where rate will be life of his relatives. He will also have to choose between love for the Jewish Zinnia and the Russian Luybka.

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The Inner Circle
Movie

The Inner Circle(1991)

6.9
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PG_13
137Minutes

In 1939 Moscow, a young film projectionist is recruited by the NKVD to spy on his friends and colleagues. As he rises through the ranks, he struggles with his loyalty to the party and his own sense of morality.

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Before Dawn
Movie

Before Dawn(1989)

6.8
85Minutes

Wartime, summer 1941. Train carrying criminals gets under enemy fire and crashed. Out of all of the living are only a young lieutenant of the NKVD and two prisoners - the thief and repressed Communist party worker.

Green Signals
Movie

Green Signals(1970)

6.5
98Minutes

Three boys are helping Soviet Intelligence to catch German spies during WWII.

Find movies and TV shows with the theme of "NKVD" - the Soviet secret police during the Stalinist era. Explore thrilling espionage stories, historical dramas, and intense spy thrillers. Discover the hidden world of Soviet espionage with SimilarWatch.

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