Limonov: The Ballad

A restless, ironic portrait of a provocative life, drifting through decades and countries with theatrical flair and a cold, satirical edge.

Directed by

Kirill Serebrennikov

Genres

History, Drama

Starring

Ben Whishaw, Viktoriya Miroshnichenko, Masha Mashkova

Overview

A revolutionary militant, a thug, an underground writer, a butler to a millionaire in Manhattan. But also a switchblade-waving poet, a lover of beautiful women, a warmonger, a political agitator, and a novelist who wrote of his greatness. Eduard Limonov’s life story is a journey through Russia, America, and Europe during the second half of the 20th century.

How it feels

Dark, satirical, cynical and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, politics, ambition, rebellion

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

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

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