Thousands of Soviet hippies were arrested by the KGB in 1971, an event commemorated by a gathering in Moscow each June 1st.
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Thousands of Soviet hippies were arrested by the KGB in 1971, an event commemorated by a gathering in Moscow each June 1st.
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Synopsis
A group of Estonian hippies travels to Moscow for an annual gathering on June 1st, commemorating the 1971 KGB arrests of thousands of Soviet hippies. Director Terje Toomistu documents their road trip and the underground culture they cultivated in defiance of the Soviet regime. The film portrays their quest for peace, love, and freedom in a repressive environment. "Soviet Hippies" runs for 80 minutes and features interviews and archival footage.
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Why Watch
- Meet Estonian hippies challenging the Soviet regime.
- Find out about the 1971 KGB arrests of hippies.
- See the underground culture of Soviet artists.
Did You Know
- Thousands of Soviet hippies were arrested by the KGB in 1971.
- The documentary features a road trip from Estonia to Moscow.
- The film has a runtime of 80 minutes.
- The gathering takes place annually on June 1st.
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What event do Soviet hippies commemorate on June 1st?
They commemorate the tragic events of 1971, when thousands of Soviet hippies were arrested by the KGB.
Who directed the documentary 'Soviet Hippies'?
The documentary was directed by Terje Toomistu.
What countries were involved in the production of 'Soviet Hippies'?
The production countries are Estonia (EE), Finland (FI), and Germany (DE).
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