Overview
Alan Clarke's documentary about Soviet writer and dissident Vladimir Bukovsky, who had left the Soviet Union in 1976 after years spent in their prisons and psychiatric wards. The film was completed in 1977 but never broadcast, subject only to private screenings. The documentary appears publicly for ...
Cast
Vladimir Bukovsky
Self
Alan Clarke
Self - Interviewer (voice)
Olive Dehn
Self
Viktor Fainberg
Self
Roger Lloyd Pack
Self
David Markham
Self
Jehane Markham
Self
Kika Markham
Self
Tom Stoppard
Self
Introduction
In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Bukovsky (1977), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.
Alan Clarke's documentary about Soviet writer and dissident Vladimir Bukovsky, who had left the Soviet Union in 1976 after years spent in their prisons and psychiatric wards. The film was completed in 1977 but never broadcast, subject only to private screenings. The documentary appears publicly for the first time as a special feature of the BFI's 'Dissent and Disruption: Alan Clarke at the BBC (1969-1989)' box set, alongside 50 minutes of outtakes.
🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning
Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Bukovsky. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.
🏆 Final Verdict
5 / 5 Stars
A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.
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