Placebo: Alt.Russia (2016)
As the band Placebo approach their 20th Anniversary they were given a unique opportunity to play ten cities throughout Russia. In a time when Russia was at the forefront of the world’s current affairs, little was actually reported outside Russia about the internal culture of the country. Fronted by Placebo’s Stefan Olsdal, the film explores the alternative cultures that are present within Russia’s major cities. As the tour travelled through the country the band went out and met various artists, architects, animators and musicians, finding out about the alternative creative culture and celebrating all they have to offer. From Krasnoyarsk in Siberia to St. Petersburg on the Baltic Sea, Placebo: Alt.Russia takes you on the band’s journey through Russia, meeting great characters on the way, investigating the alternative culture in Russia, and taking in the raw emotions of Placebo’s powerful concerts.
Cast
- Brian Molko
- Stefan Olsdal - Himself
- Steve Forrest - Himself
- William Lloyd - Himself
- Fiona Brice - Herself
- Nick Gavrilovic - Himself
Keywords
artist, concert film, social activism
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Placebo: Alt.Russia about?
- As the band Placebo approach their 20th Anniversary they were given a unique opportunity to play ten cities throughout Russia. In a time when Russia was at the forefront of the world’s current affairs, little was actually reported outside Russia about the internal culture of the country. Fronted by Placebo’s Stefan Olsdal, the film explores the alternative cultures that are present within Russia’s major cities. As the tour travelled through the country the band went out and met various artists, architects, animators and musicians, finding out about the alternative creative culture and celebrating all they have to offer. From Krasnoyarsk in Siberia to St. Petersburg on the Baltic Sea, Placebo: Alt.Russia takes you on the band’s journey through Russia, meeting great characters on the way, investigating the alternative culture in Russia, and taking in the raw emotions of Placebo’s powerful concerts.
- Who directed Placebo: Alt.Russia?
- Placebo: Alt.Russia was directed by Charlie Targett-Adams.
- Who stars in Placebo: Alt.Russia?
- Placebo: Alt.Russia stars Brian Molko, Stefan Olsdal, Steve Forrest, William Lloyd, Fiona Brice, Nick Gavrilovic.
- How long is Placebo: Alt.Russia?
- Placebo: Alt.Russia has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is Placebo: Alt.Russia?
- Placebo: Alt.Russia is a Documentary film.
- Where was Placebo: Alt.Russia produced?
- Placebo: Alt.Russia was produced in Russia, United Kingdom.