The Russian Question

Overview
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The Plot

The film is based on the play by K. Simonov. It is the story of an American journalist who spends time in Russia and sees socialism in action. Upon his return to the U.S., a prestigious editor asks him to write a book about his experience. He receives a handsome advance for the project and he and his fiancée are able to buy a house, a car, and other symbols of the American dream. But the editor’s generosity comes with a caveat: the book must present a negative picture of Soviet society. Will he simply keep the money and do what is expected of him, or will he instead tell the truth?

Run Time

1h 31m

Original Title

Русский вопрос

Genre

Drama

Country

Soviet Union

Language

Russian

Release Date

08 Mar 1948

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