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.
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"…
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.
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.
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.
In 1941, a group of Soviet soldiers defend a fortress in Belarus against the Nazi invasion during World War II. They face brutal combat, infiltration attempts, and the horrors of war.
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.
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.
Katyn is a movie based on the true story of the Katyn massacre that took place in Poland during World War II. It portrays the tragic events and the impact it had on the Polish people.
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.
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.
In 1941, a spy is captured by the Nazi regime and imprisoned in Germany. Chained to a bed, he must find a way to escape and complete his mission.
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.
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.
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.
A retro-journalistic drama based on one of the versions of Kirov’s murder, proposed by former NKVD general Orlov, who managed to escape death during the “purge” in the “Kirov” case.
The film tells about a band of demobilized Red Army men and two civilians who cross a Middle Asian desert. They are forced to do battle with superior forces of Basmachi rebels for the dry draw-well.
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.