The Ruler
The Ruler is a documentary/history film. directed by Shalva Shengeli. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Stalin’s statue in the garden of a nunnery provokes discussion – plenty of it – in a small Georgian village. Some of the locals used to know Stalin personally because he visited the village several times when he was young, and they continue to see him as a benign ruler from the good old days rather than the brutal dictator he was. Whenever an episode of purge shook the Soviet Union’s republics, they hid the statue in the woods. The church also plays an important role in people’s lives. All in all, the film reveals a fundamental conflict in Georgian society.
Quick Facts
Runtime
0h 52m
52 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ruler about?
Stalin’s statue in the garden of a nunnery provokes discussion – plenty of it – in a small Georgian village. Some of the locals used to know Stalin personally because he visited the village s...
Who directed The Ruler?
The Ruler was directed by Shalva Shengeli.
How long is The Ruler?
The Ruler has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).