Putler kaput!

A biting, uneasy satire that mixes absurd backstage comedy with the chill of authoritarian menace.

Created by

Dmytro Tomashpolskyi

Genres

Comedy

Overview

Russia, 2022. A Moscow theater troupe wants to hold a protest against Russia's war in Ukraine, but their plan is thwarted by the Russian Security Service, which is tipped off by one of the actors. As punishment, the actors are given a new task - they must act in propaganda news productions. In addition, one of the actors must play the role of the president, wearing a mask. Fear, confusion and a bloodthirsty desire for power gradually lead to an unexpected turn of events.

How it feels

Satirical, dark, absurd and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Politics, power, corruption, betrayal

Content

Strong language. Mild violence, gore and sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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