This film is one of the best films concerning the last Imperial Russian family.
It shows a sympathetic look at Tsar Nicholas II as he is losing control over his empire. Which then leads to his and his family's arrest.
Unlike most movies which deal with the Russian royalty, this film leaves out the infamous Rasputin and shows more of a historic portrayal of the last few months of the Imperial family, from being arrested to being executed.
Also this film is not just dealing with Grand Duchess Anastasia, it includes all four daughters and Alexei. *spoilers* There is a hinted romance of one of the guards for Grand Duchess Olga. All actors played their roles beautifully the love between Nicky and Alix shows such a great chemistry, while the Grand Duchesses show their sisterly love for their ill brother Alexei, who seems very mature and wise near the end.
The execution scene is quick and bloody. Showing the cruelty of what happen 90 years ago.
If your looking for an acute Russian Imperial movie to show to a Modern history class I suggest Romanovy. You can watch this on youtube with subtitles.
It shows a sympathetic look at Tsar Nicholas II as he is losing control over his empire. Which then leads to his and his family's arrest.
Unlike most movies which deal with the Russian royalty, this film leaves out the infamous Rasputin and shows more of a historic portrayal of the last few months of the Imperial family, from being arrested to being executed.
Also this film is not just dealing with Grand Duchess Anastasia, it includes all four daughters and Alexei. *spoilers* There is a hinted romance of one of the guards for Grand Duchess Olga. All actors played their roles beautifully the love between Nicky and Alix shows such a great chemistry, while the Grand Duchesses show their sisterly love for their ill brother Alexei, who seems very mature and wise near the end.
The execution scene is quick and bloody. Showing the cruelty of what happen 90 years ago.
If your looking for an acute Russian Imperial movie to show to a Modern history class I suggest Romanovy. You can watch this on youtube with subtitles.