Movies and TvShows featuring "soviet-leader" theme.

This is a project that tells about the key figures in the leadership of the Soviet Union from 1917 to 1953. Felix Dzerzhinsky, Kliment Voroshilov, Semyon Budyonny, Vyacheslav Molotov, Andrey Zhdanov, Victor Abakumov, Lavrenty Beria. Their names are known throughout the country today, but few people remember how they went down in history and what they did for their state. They were in the midst of civil confrontation and social upheaval, changing the course of history. Cities, streets and mountain peaks were named in their honor, monuments were erected to them, their victories were told in schools, but they could not know that after years their biographies would undergo careful editing, and all achievements would be forgotten.

World War Two: Behind Closed Doors is a documentary TV show that explores the untold stories and hidden aspects of the Second World War. It focuses on the secret negotiations, political leaders, and major events that shaped the outcome of the war.

Cold War is a documentary TV show that delves into the political and military confrontations between the United States and the Soviet Union in the post-World War II era. It examines the tense and complex relations between the two superpowers, their competition for world dominance, and the impact of the Cold War on international relations. The show explores topics such as the arms race, the formation of military alliances like NATO and the Warsaw Pact, propaganda campaigns, and the constant threat of nuclear war.

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.

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.

Whoops Apocalypse is a farce about the political chaos that ensues when a right-wing politician becomes the British Prime Minister during the Cold War. As tensions rise between the United States and the Soviet Union, a series of absurd events involving a female President of the United States, kidnapping, military invasion, and governmental corruption unfold. With zany characters and politically incorrect humor, this spoof provides a hilarious commentary on the incompetence and absurdity of political leaders during times of crisis.

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.

British comedy satirising Stalin's inner circle as an absolute monarchs court. In the face of rampant abuse of power and poisonous distrust some still manage to keep faith with the Bolshevist creed until the very end. In front of the firing squad a stalwart bolshevist of the first hour exclaims: "Even in the best democracy errors are being made!"

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.

Stalin and the Katyn Massacre (2020) explores the horrifying Katyn Forest Massacre, where thousands of Polish officers were executed by the Soviet Union during World War II. The documentary delves into the political climate of the time and sheds light on the brutality and elimination tactics employed by the Soviet leader, Stalin.

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.

The documentary tells two very different human fates in the 1920s Soviet Union. Nikolai Vavilov was a botanical genius, Trofim Lyssenko was an agronomist who made great promises and fake inventions. Each of them tried to solve the country's nutritional problem, but only one succeeded.

Narrated by Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman, "JFK: A President Betrayed" uncovers new evidence that reveals how JFK embarked on secret back channel peace efforts with Nikita Khrushchev and Fidel Castro and was determined to get out of Vietnam despite intense opposition inside his own government.

A documentary film that explores the events and decisions made during the Yalta Conference in 1945, where the leaders of the Allies met to discuss the post-World War II landscape and make important decisions.

A double portrait of two dictators who were thousands of miles apart but were constantly fixated on each other.

Emmy Awards nominee for "Outstanding Individual Achievement in a Craft: Research: Multi-faceted portrait of the man who succeeded Lenin as the head of the Soviet Union. With a captivating blend of period documents, newly-released information, newsreel and archival footage and interviews with experts, the program examines his rise to power, deconstructs the cult of personality that helped him maintain an iron grip over his vast empire, and analyzes the policies he introduced, including the deadly expansion of the notorious gulags where he banished so many of his countrymen to certain death.

Victory Parade (1945) is a documentary short film that captures the grandeur and significance of the Soviet Union's Victory Parade after the Great Patriotic War. The film showcases the triumph and celebration of the Soviet people, as well as the military strength and unity displayed during the parade. From the rain-soaked streets of Moscow to the majestic Red Square, Victory Parade (1945) immerses the audience in the post-war atmosphere of victory and hope.