Movies and TvShows featuring "soviet-propaganda" theme.

In 1942, during the Battle of Stalingrad, Vassili Zaitsev, a Red Army soldier with impressive marksmanship skills, becomes a national hero and propaganda icon. As Soviet snipers take a toll on German forces, renowned German sniper Major Erwin König is sent to eliminate Vassili. With the help of a young boy, Vassili sets a trap for König but is eventually wounded. In the end, Vassili kills König and reunites with Tania, his love interest, after the German surrender.

Aelita, a Martian queen, falls in love with a Russian engineer who traveled to Mars. Meanwhile, on Earth, a group of revolutionaries plan to overthrow the government. The movie explores themes of class differences, political struggle, and space exploration.

Set in 1930s Soviet Russia, Earth depicts the challenges faced by peasants in a rural setting. It explores class struggle, modernization, and the impact of collective farming on the countryside. The story revolves around a farmer and his family as they navigate through difficult circumstances such as scarcity of food, political propaganda, and the loss of loved ones. The film delves into themes of religion, ideology, and the harsh realities of life under the Soviet regime.

Directed by Edvin Laine and Viktor Tregubovich, Trust (1976) is a Finnish-Soviet historical drama film that follows the relations between Finland and the Soviet Union. In December 1917, the Finnish delegation, composed of Chairman of the Senate Finance Department P.E. Svinhufvud (Vilho Siivola), Senator Carl Enckell (Yrjö Tähtelä) and State Secretary Gustaf Idman (Yrjö Paulo) arrive in St. Petersburg to meet V.I. Lenin (Kirill Lavrov) to gain recognition for the country's independence.

The propaganda documentary about the readiness of the Red Army to repulse any enemy is based on documentary shots taken during the real maneuvers of the Red Army. Armadas of tanks, immense columns of infantry, dozens of fighters and bombers, thousands of cavalry, legendary divisions of the Civil War. The film glorifies Soviet military power and shows the Soviet people what the war will be like when the imperialists attack the USSR — quick, victorious, almost bloodless.

Three Songs About Lenin is a documentary film that explores the life and accomplishments of Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the Russian Revolution. It delves into the themes of progress, education, and work, highlighting the personality cult surrounding Lenin. Set in the year 1934, the film provides a glimpse into the historical events and the ideology of the Russian Communist Party during that time.

Salt for Svanetia is a documentary drama that showcases the harsh and isolated life of the Svan ethnic group living in the remote mountains of Georgia. The film explores their struggle for survival, their unique traditions, and the challenges they face in their daily lives. Through stunning visuals and reenactments, the film provides a glimpse into a forgotten world.

A documentary about the Soviet Union's successful efforts to win the Space Race against the United States during the Cold War era. It explores the lives of cosmonauts and Soviet scientists who took great risks in the pursuit of space exploration and rocket science.

Aerograd is a 1935 Soviet film by Ukrainian director Olexander Dovzhenko, Mosfilm-VUFKU coproduction. It is a futuristic adventure story set in the Soviet Far East. Considered one of two sound masterpieces by Dovzhenko, the other being "Ivan".

Film deals with Stakhanovite movement. Old miners try to sabotage young man's plan to renew methods of getting coal.

A young Belarussian man joins Soviet partisans in order to fight Polish occupational forces in Belarus.

Chapayev is a thrilling war movie set during the Russian Civil War. It follows the incredible life of Vasily Ivanovich Chapayev, a brave and respected Red Army commander. As the leader of a small unit, Chapayev fights against the White Army and Cossack forces, displaying remarkable bravery and tactical skills. The film depicts the hardships of war, the loyalty and camaraderie among soldiers, and the struggles faced by the Red Army in their fight for the Bolshevik cause.

Enthusiasm is a documentary film that showcases the enthusiasm and industrialization taking place in the Soviet Union in 1930. It focuses on the Komsomol youth organization and their efforts in the steel factory, highlighting the achievements of the 5-year plan and the progress of socialism. The film also explores the coal mining industry in Donbas, Ukraine, and the impact of planned economy on the working class.

A Sixth Part of the World (1926) is a documentary that explores the industrialization and cultural diversity of the Soviet Union in the 1920s. It showcases different regions and customs, highlighting the progress made in agriculture and industry. The film emphasizes the communist ideals of equality and the development of a communist society.

A contemplative film whose idea is to explore the creation of the myth about the Donbas by using archive footage from documentary and feature films. The film's plot develops along two planes. The first is life through the eyes of Soviet propaganda and the Donbas as a showcase of ideology. The second is real life, hidden from unwelcome eyes. The film uses archive footage and recordings of interviews with former Donbas residents who witnessed Russian aggression and became its victims. Life promised to become a symphony of work, joy and welfare, but turned out to be a delusion and a manipulation. Now there are no illusions left. The symphony of the Donbas has turned into a cacophony of the Donbas.

The Invisible Front is a gripping documentary that tells the story of the war for Lithuania's independence from the Soviet Union. Focusing on the underground resistance movement, the film explores the bravery and resilience of the Lithuanian people as they fought for their freedom. Through personal interviews and archival footage, it provides a powerful and emotional account of this little-known chapter in history.

Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov, better known as Lenin, is remembered as the instigator of the October Revolution of 1917 and, therefore, as one of the men who changed the shape of the world at that time and forever, but perhaps the actual events happened in a way different from that narrated in the history books…

The Desert of Forbidden Art is a documentary film that explores the hidden art of Uzbekistan, highlighting the struggle against censorship and cultural repression in the Soviet Union. The film focuses on the unknown artists and their artwork, banned and hidden away from public view. It also delves into the man-made environmental disaster caused by the drying up of the Aral Sea and its impact on the region. Through archival footage and interviews, the film showcases the resilience of the Uzbek people and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.

The final part of trilogy about the life of a young factory worker, Maxim. Following the Russian Revolution, Maksim is appointed state commissar in charge of the national bank. With great efforts, he learns the complexies of the banking trade and begins to fight off sabotaging underlings. Dymba, now a violent enemy of the Republic, tries to rob a wine store but is arrested with Maksim's help. Maksim also exposes a conspiracy of a group of tsarist officers who prepare an attempt against Lenin. He then joins the Red Army in its fight against the German occupation.

Zvenygora is a 1928 comedy drama film directed by Oleksandr Dovzhenko. It tells the story of a man who arrives in a mythical village in search of hidden treasure. The film explores themes of tradition, family relationships, and urban development. As the man delves deeper into the village's history, he uncovers the secrets of its metal industry and the buried treasure that is said to lie within. Along the way, he encounters vikings, horsemen, and the firing squad of a revolution.