Seven residents of St. Petersburg share their experiences of life in post-Soviet Russia, including an 87-year-old woman preserving a portrait of Stalin.
Synopsis
Seven residents of St. Petersburg share their experiences of life in post-Soviet Russia, including an 87-year-old woman preserving a portrait of Stalin.
Synopsis
Eighty-seven-year-old Jelena Jakovlevna lives in St. Petersburg, surrounded by pre-revolutionary furniture and a portrait of Stalin. Her memories contrast with those of a young publicity agent who shows little interest in historical figures like Lenin and Stalin. The documentary features a former party official who has embraced capitalism and an ex-journalist grappling with the changes since the Brezhnev era. Set against the music of Frank Gorter, the film captures the varied experiences of seven residents in post-Soviet Russia.
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Why Watch
- Meet 87-year-old Jelena Jakovlevna and her historical artifacts.
- See the contrast between old and new perspectives in Russia.
- Find out how ex-journalists cope after the Brezhnev era.
Did You Know
- Jelena Jakovlevna is 87 years old and preserves pre-revolutionary furniture.
- The film features a young publicity agent indifferent to Lenin and Stalin.
- One character is a former party official who became a capitalist.
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Who directed the documentary Piter?
Piter was directed by Frank Gorter.
What is the duration of the documentary Piter?
The duration of Piter is 79 minutes.
What age is Jelena Jakovlevna in the documentary?
Jelena Jakovlevna is 87 years old.
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