Overview
Russian Federation, December 31, 1999. After President Boris Yeltsin's unexpected resignation, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin becomes acting president of the country. From that day and for a year, Vitaly Mansky's camera documented Putin's rise to power. The story of a privileged witness. The harsh explanation of the reason why politics is the art of possibility of achieving the best with the support of many, but also of giving the worst in return.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Putin's Witnesses?
Putin's Witnesses was directed by Vitaly Mansky.
Where was Putin's Witnesses produced?
It was produced by companies including Vertov, GoldenEggProduction, Hypermarket Film, ZDF, RTS, SRG SSR, Česká televize, ARTE, Latvijas Televizija in Czech Republic, Germany, Latvia, Switzerland.
Putin's Witnesses Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Putin's Witnesses wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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