I Was Stalin's Bodyguard
Originally released in 1989. I Was Stalin's Bodyguard is a documentary film. directed by Semyon Aranovich. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joseph Stalin, Fyodor F. Feodorovsky, and Nadezhda Alliluyeva
Synopsis
This controversial documentary created a storm in Russia by taking the cloak off a violent, repressive period of Soviet history. Filmmaker Semyon Aranovich found the last surviving personal bodyguard of Joseph Stalin, Alexey Robin, who began working for the dictator in the 1930s.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Filmexport Studios
- Panorama Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I Was Stalin's Bodyguard about?
This controversial documentary created a storm in Russia by taking the cloak off a violent, repressive period of Soviet history. Filmmaker Semyon Aranovich found the last surviving personal bodygua...
Who directed I Was Stalin's Bodyguard?
I Was Stalin's Bodyguard was directed by Semyon Aranovich.
How long is I Was Stalin's Bodyguard?
I Was Stalin's Bodyguard has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was I Was Stalin's Bodyguard released?
I Was Stalin's Bodyguard was released on December 1, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in I Was Stalin's Bodyguard?
The main cast of I Was Stalin's Bodyguard includes Joseph Stalin, Fyodor F. Feodorovsky, Nadezhda Alliluyeva, Alexey Rybin.