CNN | Release Date: April 11, 2022
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MemeSilentiMay 28, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Here it comes... So we have pro-Russian propaganda and same way we have anti-Russian propaganda. I take this really like a movie from Hollywood studios with signature "based true events". It´s so perfectly made that it more looks like a movie than some kind of pure document of independent press. To the next, when I saw the logo of coproduction with CNN, it gave me from the beginning an impulse to take this with some kind of reserve in my mind. All in one, it´s just next movie based on actual events about new cold war with Russia. To add, I don´t see any comment about negative review, so you Metacritic only filter, what is suitable within the point of view which is right about you. Fuc*ing policy, so you stand the regime when we can´t openly say what we think, it´s strange the document exactly fight against that... funny. Expand
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Vansh0terMay 5, 2022
This documentry is perfect in my opinion. The worst part of it is product placement of Call Of Duty Mobile, but this ad, in my opinion, makes whole documentry less serious.
Film describes political situation, and helps society to understand
This documentry is perfect in my opinion. The worst part of it is product placement of Call Of Duty Mobile, but this ad, in my opinion, makes whole documentry less serious.
Film describes political situation, and helps society to understand Russian people(even after war in Ukraine)
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goldyashyaMay 5, 2022
A really wonderful movie.
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InSerjentMay 4, 2022
Navalny is what Russia needs now, true freedom and democracy. He carries the flame and hope of the people to break free from the chains of Putin's kleptocracy.
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arostislavnaJan 12, 2023
Propaganda.

This guy was corrupt as sin, a liar, wanted to get rid of "foreigners" from Russia and was a tool in regime change operations constructed by US & UK. The two individuals that poisoned him are the following: Maria Pevchikh
Propaganda.

This guy was corrupt as sin, a liar, wanted to get rid of "foreigners" from Russia and was a tool in regime change operations constructed by US & UK.

The two individuals that poisoned him are the following: Maria Pevchikh (Russian opposition, MI6), Katerina Tereshkina (Russian opposition, MI6) [as seen in Nation News CCTV footage of the three]
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Brent_MarchantJul 5, 2022
Uncovering evidence of scandalous political corruption can be quite a feat. Doing so when it involves those at the highest level of power can be revolutionary, making it possible to reform an existing regime. But exposing a plot by ruthlessUncovering evidence of scandalous political corruption can be quite a feat. Doing so when it involves those at the highest level of power can be revolutionary, making it possible to reform an existing regime. But exposing a plot by ruthless autocrats to clandestinely murder the competition in a supposedly fair election is downright appalling. Such is the case in director Daniel Roher's damning HBO documentary chronicling the efforts of a team of intrepid investigators who surreptitiously collect evidence of a calculated assassination attempt sanctioned by Russian President Vladimir Putin against opposition candidate Alexei Navalny. When the anti-corruption activist and presidential contender fell ill and nearly died from an attempted poisoning using the Novichok nerve agent, foul play by those at the highest levels of Russian politics was strongly suspected, but definitively proving it was another matter. However, while Navalny recovered in Germany, he began diligently looking into the matter with the assistance of a team of journalists and other colleagues. What they found was truly disturbing, but catching the culprits red-handed with bona fide proof was comparably astounding, setting off an international firestorm in advance of Navalny's much anticipated, potentially dangerous return home to Russia. The filmmaker captures all of this intrigue as it happens, making for a captivating watch, one that should trouble -- and rouse -- anyone concerned about fairness, justice and common human dignity. It's a work that simultaneously inspires and infuriates and, regrettably, shows just how much more work we have ahead of us as a species to address fundamental issues that shouldn't even require a second thought. Expand
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egornoApr 24, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Отличный фильм. Рассказывает о сути преступлений творящихся с оппозицией. Творящихся тогда. Сейчас уже почти никого не осталось. Сейчас стало еще хуже. Многие просто не дают публиковать в сети. ФСБ контролирует социальные сети. Убили или посадили в тюрьму, выгнали из страны или угрожают родственникам. Орки из полиции, из росгвардии избивают людей на мирных митингах, сажают в тюрьму не обоснованно. И сейчас, когда идет война в Украине, те, кто может выйти на митинг, организовать людей, выступить против войны, ничего не могут. За слова "нет войне" дают уголовный срок. До 15 лет. Фильму необходимо продолжение про реалии в которые погрузилась наша страна. Нужна финальная битва добра со злом. Великая страна, превратилась в ужасное и гиблое место. Свободу Алексею Навальному. Expand
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PlanetvibzApr 17, 2022
On any objective measure, this is more exciting and suspenseful than any fictional spy outing. It's all the more poignant and urgent given Navalny's current predicament. Presented here is a clear eyed view of a true and relatable heroOn any objective measure, this is more exciting and suspenseful than any fictional spy outing. It's all the more poignant and urgent given Navalny's current predicament. Presented here is a clear eyed view of a true and relatable hero unmasking a murderous regime that's been seeking to hide in plain sight behind state sponsored fake news. If Navalny's efforts partially unmasked that regime's evil intent then the current Ukraine war has surely let the world now see the real monster behind it. I'm guessing that the negative user reviews are being generated from Russian state propaganda agencies like Internet Research Agency so all the more reason to get out and see this - don't let the trolls win. Expand
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antonzhalobMay 12, 2022
Для русского зрителя - тут мало чего нового! А для запада - тут много чего есть!
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Htepper1Apr 26, 2022
One of the most AMAZING & THRILLING Documentaries this Documentary Buff has ever seen! 20 Thumbs UP!!
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bertobellamyAug 31, 2022
Putin must be tired of these films exposing his dark secrets. 'Navalny' is an essential testimony of how freedom of speech is the most important ingredient of democracy. Unexpectedly, this documentary is hilarious, portraying the top figurePutin must be tired of these films exposing his dark secrets. 'Navalny' is an essential testimony of how freedom of speech is the most important ingredient of democracy. Unexpectedly, this documentary is hilarious, portraying the top figure in the Russian opposition in a light-hearted way. Daniel Roher, of course, barely touches the controversial links between Alexei Navalny and the far right, but at least it doesn't shy away from addressing it. In the end, 'Navalny' is a good piece of filmmaking that showcases the power of real journalism and the sparkle that could change an entire country. Expand
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DunkaccinoDec 5, 2022
Alexei Navalny is a larger than life figure, and this documentary greatly recounts the dramatic and thrilling events surrounding him.
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Opex28Apr 2, 2023
Алексей, раскрыл для всего мира, то что скрыто от мирового сообщества! Преступная власть бандитов и убийц! Алексей, молодец! Россия будет свободной!Алексей, раскрыл для всего мира, то что скрыто от мирового сообщества! Преступная власть бандитов и убийц! Алексей, молодец! Россия будет свободной!
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J_CriticsApr 15, 2023
After watching this documentary, you realise how brave and self-confident Nawalny is, because not everyone can fight against the regime in Russia. Only after watching this documentary can you realise how dangerous Putin really is and what heAfter watching this documentary, you realise how brave and self-confident Nawalny is, because not everyone can fight against the regime in Russia. Only after watching this documentary can you realise how dangerous Putin really is and what he will do to stay in power.

I don't know how Navalny goes on and on. After all the challenges, he keeps going and tries to fight against the regime. At the end it is sad to see how the wife of Nawalny reacts to everything, how people support Nawalny so that finally there is democracy again in Russia. I now have a great respect for Nawalny and his actions. I wish that he achieves his goal.

In my opinion, everyone should watch this documentary.
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Dead_AngelJul 11, 2023
Another fascist who told half of his life before prison about the need to capture all neighboring countries for his "great country".
Another madman who "fought" not for the democracy of people or the country, but for the Throne, for the
Another fascist who told half of his life before prison about the need to capture all neighboring countries for his "great country".
Another madman who "fought" not for the democracy of people or the country, but for the Throne, for the opportunity to rule all these people who don't care who you are. They will love any king.
Another stupid propaganda
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JLuis_001Apr 10, 2023
I admire Alexei Navalny's resistance and struggle, but in filmic and thematic terms the documentary is nothing special because all the information comes from him.
Nothing gets through the wall of Putin and his dictatorship.
And it's not that
I admire Alexei Navalny's resistance and struggle, but in filmic and thematic terms the documentary is nothing special because all the information comes from him.
Nothing gets through the wall of Putin and his dictatorship.

And it's not that I question what has happened to him, far from it, but there is more material missing than what he exposes, especially if it is to show the world what a corrupt monster he says Russia is.
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