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Tsar to Lenin (PG*)

+ Introduction by Barbara Slaughter

,Barbican Cinema 2
Photo of Lenin

A rare chance to see Herman Axelbank’s remarkable documentary record of the Russian Revolution. 

Made in 1936, the film begins with archive footage of the Tsar and his family on vacation, and moves through to protests, demonstrations and the Bolshevik revolution itself. Narrated by the American writer, poet and political activist Max Eastman. 

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US 1936 Dir Herman Axelbank 70 min
 

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Barbican Cinema 2

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.