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202091 minPG-13documentary

Kresty

202091 minPG-13documentary

Thousands of people, including revolutionaries and serial killers, have passed through the walls of Kresty prison over its 130-year history.

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Angelina Golikova

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Thousands of people, including revolutionaries and serial killers, have passed through the walls of Kresty prison over its 130-year history.

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Angelina Golikovadirector

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Kresty prison stands in the center of Saint Petersburg. It has been operating for 130 years. Throughout its history, it has housed revolutionaries, engineers, generals, writers, poets, scientists, thieves, and serial killers. The prison reflects the broader history of Russia. The inmates’ stories reveal various aspects of human nature, including vice and dignity. Directed by Angelina Golikova, this 91-minute documentary presents the legacy and significance of Kresty.

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