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This gripping documentary meticulously investigates the poisoning and subsequent imprisonment of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Through leaked documents, interviews with key figures, and stunning visuals, Navalny exposes a network of corruption within the Kremlin and reveals the lengths to which the government will go to silence dissent. It's a powerful indictment of authoritarianism.
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What is the documentary Navalny about?
The documentary chronicles Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's survival of an assassination attempt via Novichok nerve agent poisoning. It also details his investigations into Kremlin corruption and his subsequent imprisonment.
Did Alexei Navalny survive the assassination attempt?
Yes, he survived the assassination attempt in 2020 after being medically evacuated to a hospital in Germany. However, he returned to Russia in 2021 and was immediately arrested.
Who made the Navalny documentary?
The film was directed by Daniel Roher and produced by CNN Films and HBO Max. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2022.
What award did the Navalny documentary win?
The documentary won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the 95th Oscars in 2023. It also won the BAFTA Award for Best Documentary that same year.
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