Deep Dive: Citizen K (2019)
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Citizen K is a documentary focused on Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a prominent figure in post-Soviet Russia. The film features interviews and insights from various individuals, including Alexei Navalny and Anton Drel, to provide a comprehensive look at the political landscape of Russia following the Soviet Union's collapse. It examines Khodorkovsky's transition from a powerful oligarch to a political prisoner and dissident.
Directed by Alex Gibney, the film was financed by Amazon and premiered at the Venice Film Festival. It was also part of the official selection at other major film festivals, including the Toronto International Film Festival and BFI London Film Festival. The documentary received positive reviews, with a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes as of October 2021.
Why Watch
- •Meet Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a key figure in Russian politics.
- •See insights from Alexei Navalny on modern Russia.
- •Find out about the impact of oligarchs in post-Soviet society.
Did You Know
•The film has a 95% positive rating from 59 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
•Citizen K was part of the official selection at three major film festivals.
•Alex Gibney was nominated for Best Documentary Screenplay at the 72nd Writers Guild of America Awards.
•The film has a runtime of 126 minutes.
Perfect For
Russian political historyOligarchs and powerDocumentary film enthusiasts