Kaliningrad: Putin's Exclave
Synopsis
Kaliningrad houses the headquarters of the Russian Baltic fleet and is home to Iskandar nuclear missiles pointed towards Europe.
Synopsis
Oksana Akhmeva organizes festivals in Kaliningrad, a Russian exclave with a history rooted in German East Prussia. The region, home to about 1 million Russians, faces increasing isolation due to the war in Ukraine. As EU lorry drivers cease entering Russia, local life shifts under the weight of propaganda and military presence. The film captures the tension among residents, including former cycling champion Igor Ivanov, as they navigate daily existence amid uncertainty and the legacy of past conflicts.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how Kaliningrad's history shapes its present.
- Meet Oksana Akhmeva, a protester facing government backlash.
- Find out about Kaliningrad's military secrets and nuclear missiles.
Did You Know
- Kaliningrad was formerly known as East Prussia before 1945.
- 500,000 German civilians were expelled from Kaliningrad after WWII.
- The House of Soviets in Kaliningrad has been unfinished since the 1980s.
- Dimitri Anatolovic Bukatin died on February 25, 2022, during the Ukraine conflict.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was Kaliningrad previously called?
Kaliningrad was previously called Koenigsberg.
What military assets are located in Kaliningrad?
Kaliningrad houses the headquarters of the Russian Baltic Fleet and Iskandar nuclear missiles pointed towards Europe.
What happened to the German population of Kaliningrad after World War II?
The 500,000 strong population of German civilians was forcefully expelled into Germany after World War II.
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