The Russian Winter
Originally released in 2012. The Russian Winter is a documentary film. directed by Petter Ringbom.
Starring Natasha Bedingfield, Patrick Firth, and John Forte
Synopsis
The Russian Winter is a film about journeys. It's a film about Grammy nominated musician John Forte's journey from one of Brooklyn's most dangerous neighborhoods to the country's most prestigious, elite boarding school to federal prison where his fourteen year sentence for drug transporting was cut in half, incredibly commuted by George W. Bush. The Russian Winter is a film about the journey from rapidly changing Moscow into the vast interiors of Russia. It's a film about John Forte's determination to have his music heard. It's a film about cultural exchange, self-reflection, fatigue and success. The Russian Winter is about the unlikely journey from a prison cell to the planet's second largest continent. It's about confinement and freedom, and finding one's footing as paradigms shift.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 20, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Opendox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Russian Winter about?
The Russian Winter is a film about journeys. It's a film about Grammy nominated musician John Forte's journey from one of Brooklyn's most dangerous neighborhoods to the country's most prestigious, ...
Who directed The Russian Winter?
The Russian Winter was directed by Petter Ringbom.
How long is The Russian Winter?
The Russian Winter has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The Russian Winter released?
The Russian Winter was released on April 20, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Russian Winter?
The main cast of The Russian Winter includes Natasha Bedingfield, Patrick Firth, John Forte, Viktor Logachev, Petra Němcová.