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53 minPGdocumentary

Synopsis

Over 100 civilians died during the military attack on the parliament building in Moscow amid the self-coup by Boris Yeltsin in 1993.

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Why Watch

  • See raw footage of the 1993 military attack in Moscow.
  • Find out about Boris Yeltsin's controversial self-coup.
  • Meet civilians caught in the street fights during the crisis.

Did You Know

  • The documentary features footage from the military attack on the parliament building.
  • Boris Yeltsin's self-coup occurred in September and October of 1993.
  • The film was originally intended to cover a concert by Mstislav Rostropovich.

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Russian political historyCivil unrest studiesDocumentary enthusiasts
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Frequently Asked Questions

What event does the documentary 'Ouverture' focus on?

The documentary focuses on the self-coup by president Boris Yeltsin in September and October of 1993.

What was the outcome of the events covered in 'Ouverture'?

The events led to a military attack on the parliament building and resulted in deaths of civilians during street fights.

Who was the cellist featured in the documentary's original coverage?

The cellist featured in the original coverage was Mstislav Rostropovich.

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