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Citizen X

1995 · 105 min Crime Drama
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

Based on the true story of a Russian serial killer who, over many years, claimed victim to over 50 people. His victims were mostly under the age of 17. In what was then a communists state, the police investigations were hampered by bureaucracy, incompetence and those in power. The story is told from the viewpoint of the detective in charge of the case.

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Year 1995
Country United States of America
Genre Crime, Drama
Director Chris Gerolmo
Runtime 105 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.2/10 (379 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

This is quietly operating cinema. No big events, no crisis turns — just people and how they live through what happens to them.

Strengths: atmosphere, actors, accuracy of detail. Weaknesses: the pace isn't for everyone, the ending may feel unresolved.

For people who watch films for feeling, not entertainment.

Director: Chris Gerolmo

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: An evening when your mind is at peace. With someone you can sit in silence with after. Wine or tea.

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Stephen Rea

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Donald Sutherland

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Col. Mikhail Fetisov

Max von Sydow

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Dr. Alexandr Bukhanovsky

Jeffrey DeMunn

Jeffrey DeMunn

Andrei Chikatilo

Joss Ackland

Joss Ackland

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John Wood

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Radu Amzulescu

Federenko

Imelda Staunton

Imelda Staunton

Mrs. Burakov

András Bálint

András Bálint

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Géza Balkay

Géza Balkay

Procurator

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