The Red Scarf (2020)

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The captivating story of a Russian Jewish filmmaker working during the height and collapse of the Soviet Union. In this autobiographical documentary, Peter Mostovoy takes us on his journey from impoverished childhood to award-winning filmmaker. Naively believing that his art could be free from demands of the regime, Mostovoy nevertheless became entangled in the absurdity of Soviet-era politics as an “untrustworthy” Jew. The Red Scarf is a smart blend of animation, archival footage—including clips of Mostovoy’s films—and a healthy dose of humour.

Director: Petr Mostovoy
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
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Screenplay

Music: Alexander Goldstein, Johann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Cosma
Production: Ruth Films, Kan
Country: Israel
Original Language: ru
More Films by Director: Petr Mostovoy
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Red Scarf about?
The captivating story of a Russian Jewish filmmaker working during the height and collapse of the Soviet Union. In this autobiographical documentary, Peter Mostovoy takes us on his journey from impoverished childhood to award-winning filmmaker. Naively believing that his art could be free from demands of the regime, Mostovoy nevertheless became entangled in the absurdity of Soviet-era politics as an “untrustworthy” Jew. The Red Scarf is a smart blend of animation, archival footage—including clips of Mostovoy’s films—and a healthy dose of humour.
Who directed The Red Scarf?
The Red Scarf was directed by Petr Mostovoy.
How long is The Red Scarf?
The Red Scarf has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is The Red Scarf?
The Red Scarf is a Documentary film.
Where was The Red Scarf produced?
The Red Scarf was produced in Israel.