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Purgatory

March 23, 1998 2h 0m 5.3/10 (29 votes)

Originally released in 1998. Purgatory is a war/tv movie film. directed by Aleksandr Nevzorov. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Aleksandr Baranov, Aleksandr Makarov, and Dmitriy Nagiev

Synopsis

This is a story about the battle for a hospital building in Grozny (Chechnya) in January 1995 between Russian Army forces and Chechen rebels supported by Arabian mujahideen and international mercenaries. Although the story is fictional, most of the characters are based on real-life prototypes and events are the compilation of true events during the Grozny Siege in the First Chechen War.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 23, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 2h 0m 120 minutes total
User Rating 5.3/10 Mixed (29 votes)
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Russia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Purgatory about?

This is a story about the battle for a hospital building in Grozny (Chechnya) in January 1995 between Russian Army forces and Chechen rebels supported by Arabian mujahideen and international mercen...

Who directed Purgatory?

Purgatory was directed by Aleksandr Nevzorov.

How long is Purgatory?

Purgatory has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).

When was Purgatory released?

Purgatory was released on March 23, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Purgatory?

The main cast of Purgatory includes Aleksandr Baranov, Aleksandr Makarov, Dmitriy Nagiev, Sergey Rost, Aleksandr Shekhtel.