What is Defence Counsel Sedov?
Defence Counsel Sedov is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Release date
- Jan 2, 1988
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.4/10
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Defence Counsel Sedov is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama.
Should you watch it?
“A Soviet lawyer battles bureaucracy to defend innocent wives in Stalin’s 1937 Moscow.”
- Gripping legal struggle under Stalinist terror
- Atmospheric 1930s Moscow setting
- Strong moral dilemma
- Bleak political tone may not suit all viewers
Watch it if you appreciate sober historical dramas about moral courage.
The film’s bleak political atmosphere and grim subject matter make it suited for mature audiences.
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When does the story take place?
The events unfold in Moscow in 1937.
Who is the protagonist?
The titular Defence Counsel Sedov.
What is the main plot premise?
Three women ask Sedov to defend their husbands, who have been sentenced to death for alleged sabotage.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a drama.
How does the film’s tension build?
Sedov’s encounters with increasingly powerful officials lead to a chilling triple climax.
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