Ten Days That Shook the World
Ten Days That Shook the World

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Ten Days That Shook the World

1987
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Russian

A folk performance in two acts with pantomime, buffoonery, and shooting, performed by the troupe of the Drama and Comedy Theater on Taganka.

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IMDb8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Metacritic95/100
Google Users92%
Director: Sergei EisensteinGenres: Historical Drama, Silent Film

Plot Summary

This silent film epic chronicles the pivotal October Revolution in Russia. It follows the mounting unrest among the Petrograd populace, the growing support for the Bolsheviks led by Lenin, and the eventual storming of the Winter Palace. The film emphasizes the collective action of the masses in overthrowing the Provisional Government.

Critical Reception

Originally released in 1928, 'Ten Days That Shook the World' is widely considered a masterpiece of Soviet cinema and a landmark in film history. Its innovative editing techniques, powerful imagery, and portrayal of revolutionary fervor have earned it enduring critical acclaim. While its historical accuracy has been debated, its artistic impact is undeniable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its revolutionary filmmaking techniques, especially its groundbreaking editing.

  • Celebrated for its powerful and dynamic depiction of historical events.

  • Recognized as a seminal work in the history of cinema.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's stunning visual style and its profound historical significance. Many appreciate its ability to convey the intensity and scale of the revolution through powerful imagery and editing, even without sound.

Awards & Accolades

Considered one of the greatest films of all time by numerous critics and film institutions; retrospective awards and recognition for its historical and cinematic importance.

Fun Fact

Although the film was released in 1928, it was later re-edited by the Soviet government in 1951 to remove Lenin's appearances and add new scenes after Stalin's death, altering its original political messaging.

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