This original collection of essays encompasses seventy years of Soviet cinema from the perspective of twenty academics of different backgrounds and nationalities. The book highlights significant moments in the history of Soviet cinema, providing a challenging montage of detailed `close-ups'. This gives the reader a clear understanding of the aesthetic developments and sociopolitical function of Soviet cinema.

This original collection of essays encompasses seventy years of Soviet cinema from the perspective of twenty academics of different backgrounds and nationalities. The book highlights significant moments in the history of Soviet cinema, providing a challenging montage of detailed `close-ups'. This gives the reader a clear understanding of the aesthetic developments and sociopolitical function of Soviet cinema.