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Putin's Kiss (2011)

"What happens when your enemies become your friends?"

4.920111h 25mEN
Documentary

Directed by Lise Birk Pedersen

Rating

4.9/10

Runtime

1h 25m

Language

EN

Release

November 19, 2011

Director

Lise Birk Pedersen

Official Trailer

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Overview

Masha Drokova is a rising star in Russia's popular nationalistic youth movement, Nashi. A smart, ambitious teenager who – literally – embraced Vladimir Putin and his promise of a greater Russia, her dedication as an organizer is rewarded with a university scholarship, an apartment, and a job as a sp...

Cast

Oleg Kashin

Oleg Kashin

Self

Masha Bucher

Masha Bucher

Self

Garry Kasparov

Garry Kasparov

Self (archive footage)

Dmitry Medvedev

Dmitry Medvedev

Self (archive footage)

Boris Nemtsov

Boris Nemtsov

Self

Vladimir Putin

Vladimir Putin

Self (archive footage)

Ilya Yashin

Ilya Yashin

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Putin's Kiss (2011), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Masha Drokova is a rising star in Russia's popular nationalistic youth movement, Nashi. A smart, ambitious teenager who – literally – embraced Vladimir Putin and his promise of a greater Russia, her dedication as an organizer is rewarded with a university scholarship, an apartment, and a job as a spokesperson. But her bright political future falters when she befriends a group of liberal journalists who are critical of the government, including blogger Oleg Kashin, who calls Nashi a "group of hooligans," and she's forced to confront the group's dirty – even violent – tactics.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Putin's Kiss. 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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