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199587 minPGdocumentary

Not About Stalin

199587 minPGdocumentary

Stalinism's enduring impact on Russian society is examined through historical, psychological, and social lenses in Nikolai Obukhovich's 1995 documentary.

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Nikolai Obukhovich

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Stalinism's enduring impact on Russian society is examined through historical, psychological, and social lenses in Nikolai Obukhovich's 1995 documentary.

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Nikolai Obukhovich

Nikolai Obukhovichdirector

Georgy Saakyan

Georgy Saakyancast

Vladimir Alliluevcast

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Nikolai Obukhovich directs "Not About Stalin," a documentary that investigates the essence of Stalinism within Russian society. Through a series of documentary films, the narrative delves into the historical, psychological, and social traditions that shaped this political phenomenon. The film, released in 1995, spans 87 minutes and presents a critical look at how these elements continue to influence contemporary Russian life.

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