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Archangel (2005)

Archangel (2005)
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After nearly a half-a-century of silence, the final secret of Josef Stalin reveals itself to a former Oxford historian who is currently attending a Russian conference for the newly opened Soviet archives in a tense international thriller starring Daniel Craig (Casino Royale). Fluke Kelso (Craig) is on his way out of Russia when an unexpected visit from an ex-officer of the Soviet Secret Police offers hints of a deadly scandal. Later, when the mysterious former agent is found brutally slain, Kelso enlists the aid of the man's daughter Zinaida in finding the answer to a mystery that was presumably buried along with the Soviet Union dictator back in 1953. When Fluke and Zinaida travel to the remote Russian seaport of Archangel in search of the elusive truth, the vengeance of both the Russian authorities and the dangerous underworld threatens to silence them both and keep Stalin's secret buried for yet another half-a-century. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Daniel Craig, Yekaterina Rednikova, (more)
Director(s):
Jon Jones
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Archangel

After nearly a half-a-century of silence, the final secret of Josef Stalin reveals itself to a former Oxford historian who is currently attending a Russian conference for the newly opened Soviet archives in a tense international thriller starring Daniel Craig (Casino Royale). Fluke Kelso (Craig) is on his way out of Russia when an unexpected visit from an ex-officer of the Soviet Secret Police offers hints of a deadly scandal. Later, when the mysterious former agent is found brutally slain, Kelso enlists the aid of the man's daughter Zinaida in finding the answer to a mystery that was presumably buried along with the Soviet Union dictator back in 1953. When Fluke and Zinaida travel to the remote Russian seaport of Archangel in search of the elusive truth, the vengeance of both the Russian authorities and the dangerous underworld threatens to silence them both and keep Stalin's secret buried for yet another half-a-century. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
120 mins

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Director(s):
Jon Jones
Writer(s):
Ian La Frenais, Dick Clement
Producer(s):
Jon Jones
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Categories:
Mystery & Suspense
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    Ruth S.

    This was a very interesting film for those interested in the role of history in shaping modern politics and views. It took fact on the mixed views of Russians about their Stalinist history and asked a what if?. Interesting and thought-provoking about the direction current Russian politics are taking. With the level of mystery and action involved, this film leaves you guessing and never sure who is going to make it to the end of the film. I can see the argument for the end of the film seeming a little sudden. It doesn't tie things up neatly but only leaves more questions. Does the ending imply a resolution or does it only exacerbate the situation? It's left up to the viewer. I think that is an acceptable ending, however, and reflective of the uncertainty inherent in anything related to politics. I will definitely watch this film again and highly recommend it.

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    J'ADORE LE CINEMA O.

    12/10 Independent film starring Daniel Craig as Soviet historian and expert (?) on Stalin. Craig discovers 50 year old conspiracy to bring a leader to Russia in the mold of Stalin. Excellent character actors in minor roles. However, the outcome seemed somewhat predictible to me, from early on, there was really only one way it could end. Still, it was enjoyable entertainment, with a bit of history thrown in. Good Russian locations. Since the movie spends about an hour building the story about who the leader could be it is too bad that some reviewers decide to reveal the plot in the first line of their review. Shame on you.

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    Gerald R.

    DVD was received completely damaged.

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