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The Bolshevik
A short silent farce about the lazy Flip, who starts a new job as a plumber. He is immediately sent to a house where there is a gas leak.
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Plot Summary
This film is believed to be a documentary or historical film chronicling events related to the Bolsheviks and the Russian Revolution. Specific plot details are scarce due to the film's obscurity and age. It likely aimed to capture or represent the political climate and key figures of the era. The film's focus would have been on the rise of the Bolshevik party and its impact on Russia.
Critical Reception
Information regarding the critical reception of "The Bolshevik (1920)" is extremely limited due to its age and obscurity. As a historical documentary from such an early period, it likely served a specific informational or propaganda purpose rather than being subjected to mainstream critical analysis as modern films are. Its impact would have been in its contemporary context.
What Reviewers Say
Rarely screened or discussed in contemporary film circles.
Information about its distribution and audience reception is virtually non-existent.
Likely viewed as a historical record or propaganda piece by its original audiences.
Google audience: There is no accessible information on Google reviews or audience reception for 'The Bolshevik (1920)'.
Fun Fact
Due to the film's obscurity and the passage of time, its exact content, director, and availability are poorly documented, making it a challenging subject for historical film research.
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