My Perestroika: A Deep Dive into the Last Soviet Generation
"My Perestroika" offers a personal perspective on life during the collapse of the USSR through the eyes of five individuals who lived it.
4 Sept 2023
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Five Moscow classmates recount their experiences growing up during the USSR's collapse and adapting to life in contemporary Russia.
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Five Moscow classmates recount their experiences growing up during the USSR's collapse and adapting to life in contemporary Russia.
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Borya and Lyuba, history teachers at Moscow school 57, reflect on their lives during the Soviet era and the subsequent collapse of the USSR. "My Perestroika" features five classmates who recount their experiences from childhood through adulthood. Andrei, now a successful entrepreneur, discusses the transition to capitalism, while Olga, a single mother, navigates her current challenges. Ruslan, a former punk rock musician, shares his views on rebellion and conformity. The film combines personal narratives with archival footage from the 1970s and 1980s.
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Why Watch
- Meet Borya and Lyuba, history teachers in Moscow.
- Find out how Andrei opened a French shirt store.
- See Ruslan, a famous Russian punk rock musician.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival.
- My Perestroika won a Peabody Award in 2011.
- Director Robin Hessman lived in Russia for about a decade.
- The film has a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Soviet history enthusiastsDocumentary film fansCultural studies students
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Who directed the documentary My Perestroika?
My Perestroika was directed by Robin Hessman.
What award did My Perestroika win in 2011?
In 2011, My Perestroika was awarded a Peabody Award.
When was My Perestroika released in cinemas in the US and Canada?
My Perestroika was released in cinemas in the US and Canada in 2011.
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