The Russian Revolution

Synopsis

Vladimir Lenin's Ulyanov family faced significant challenges from the Romanov dynasty starting in 1881. The documentary details key events such as the assassination of Tsar Alexander II and the emergence of revolutionary ideologies. It illustrates how the Ulyanovs' opposition to imperial power played a crucial role in the movement for change. By focusing on Lenin and his family's motivations, the film provides a comprehensive account of the political turmoil that led to the Russian Revolution in the early 20th century.