I. B. Tauris & Company Forward Soviet! - History of USSR Non-fiction Film Book

Explore the history of Soviet documentary filmmaking in this detailed account of the era between the Great October Socialist Revolution and the Great Patriotic War. Part of the KINO - The Russian and Soviet Cinema series, this book provides a deep look into the non-fiction cinema that shaped a nation. Graeme Roberts examines significant works such as The Man With the Movie Camera and The Fall of the Romanovs, while uncovering many other intriguing films from the period. The text follows the careers of influential filmmakers like Vertov, Shub, Medvedkin, and Karmen, providing a clear view of their contributions to the medium. By investigating the problems of analysis and context, the author offers valuable insights into the historical setting of these films. This book serves as a resource for anyone interested in film history, Soviet studies, or the evolution of documentary cinema through the lens of Soviet history.