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Movie poster: Secrets of Palace coup d'etat. Russia, 18th century. Film №1. Testament of the Emperor (2000)
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Secrets of Palace coup d'etat. Russia, 18th century. Film №1. Testament of the Emperor

2000 · 80 min History Drama
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

Russia, January 25, 1725. "Give it all...". The emperor's weakening hand was able to write in his will only these two short incomprehensible words that kept Russia in a bloody struggle for the crown for a century.

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Original Title Тайны дворцовых переворотов. Россия, век XVIII-ый. Фильм 1-й. Завещание императора
Year 2000
Country Russia
Genre History, Drama
Director Svetlana Druzhinina
Runtime 80 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (50 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Svetlana Druzhinina

— MovieFinder Editorial

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