Battleship Potemkin 1925
“Revolution is the only lawful, equal, effectual war. It was in Russia that this war was declared and begun.”
What is Battleship Potemkin?
Battleship Potemkin is a film first released in 1925. Catalogued under Drama, History, War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1925
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 75 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 24, 1925
- Studios
- Mosfilm
- Genres
- Drama, History, War
- Updated
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Overview
Battleship Potemkin is a film first released in 1925. Catalogued under Drama, History, War. Produced and broadcast by Mosfilm. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A dramatization of a Russian mutiny that sparks a deadly public protest.”
- Depicts a pivotal Russian naval mutiny
- Blends drama, history, and war genres
- Runs under ninety minutes
- Its historical filmmaking style may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you are fascinated by early cinematic portrayals of historic revolutions.
The film includes violent repression and a police massacre, making it appropriate for mature audiences.
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What is Battleship Potemkin about?
It dramatizes a major Russian naval mutiny and the ensuing public demonstration that leads to a police massacre.
When was the film released?
Battleship Potemkin was released in 1925, with a United States release on December 5, 1926.
What genre does the film belong to?
The film is classified as drama, history, and war.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.
Is the film suitable for all ages?
Because it depicts violent repression, it is best suited for mature viewers.