PG-13

The Inner Circle

Explosive. Unforgettable. True.

1992 • 137 min • Drama · History

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Synopsis

Life changes for a Moscow worker when he's made Stalin's personal film projectionist but cannot tell his bride.

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Movie Knight Score

39 reviews

58 Audience · 39 · 100%

This historical drama follows a projectionist in 1930s Moscow who becomes entangled in Stalin's inner circle. His new role brings both privilege and peril, forcing him to keep secrets from his loved ones amidst a climate of fear and political intrigue. It offers a unique look into Soviet life during a tumultuous period.

Violence & peril: 4/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 3/10
Scary moments: 5/10

Heads up

Historical depiction of Soviet-era political purges
Implied threats and disappearances
Some domestic tension and marital strain
Characters occasionally drink and smoke

What it models well

Loyalty to family
Resilience in hardship
Seeking truth

Talk about it after

The impact of totalitarian regimes on personal lives
The importance of free expression
Challenges of loyalty and trust
What it means to speak up against injustice

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