November 14, 2009
Soviet era cinema: A Driver for Vera
The film is set in 1962 in Sevastopol, Crimea, then a secret Navy Base in the Soviet Union. General Serov hires Viktor, a cadet from the Kremlin Guard to work as his private chauffeur. In a jet-black “ZIM” limo, Viktor is chauffeuring the General’s disabled daughter Vera. Viktor is oblivious to the hidden agenda of the KGB agent Saveliev, who manipulates everyone behind the scenes in the old rivalry between the Army and KGB.
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November 8, 2009
Singer Poet Leonid Agutin
The son of a Moscow musician, Leonid Agutin started touring Russia in the early 90’s. In 2005 he gained world recognition by performing with American Guitarist Al Dimeola at the Montreaux Jazz Festival producing the album Cosmopolitan Life with him.
Cosmopolitan Life
November 7, 2009
The Diamond Arm (English subtitles)
Here’s a late 60’s Screwball comedy based on the true story of a criminal who hid gold and diamonds in a plaster cast. It was one of the highest grossing films of the Soviet era.
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November 4, 2009
New music hall planned for St Petersburg
An unique new performance hall, office, and residential complex is planned for St Petersburg. The theater will be a primary venue for the popular songstress Alla Pugacheva. Land has been acquired for the proposed 100 meter building with construction expected to beign in 2010.
The architectural concept is ready: a concert hall seating 4.5 thousand viewers will be put next to a 100-meter sky-scraper in the shape of Russian letter «Ï» (just like the first letter of “Pugacheva”). The latter will house a business centre, studios, apartments for VIP guests and Alla Pugacheva herself, as well as a hotel for guest stars. (Russia IC)
November 1, 2009
Pop singer Alsou
The daughter of a Russian Oligarch, Alsou sprang onto the scene a decade ago. Since then she’s released albums in her native Tatar language as well as in English. While the English releases didn’t fare well, she’s still extremely popular in Russia.
Aksou’s Artist Central Page
October 31, 2009
Soviet Sci Fi: Planet of Storms
We’re back. Here’s a little Soviet era Scifi for Halloween.
It’s in 8 parts. If you run into trouble with one, here’s a link to the entire playlist
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September 26, 2009
Early Soviet animation
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