A Bitter Taste of Freedom

In her quest to uncover the wrongdoings of the Russian authorities, Anna Politkovskaya inspired awe in some and fear in countless others. An investigative journalist for Moscow's liberal Novaya Gazeta, she was often the only spokesperson for victims of the Chechen War. Hers was a lonely voice, yet loud enough for the entire country to hear. It was too loud. At age 48 she was assassinated for simply doing her job. This documentary is based on Anna's conversations with filmmaker Marina Goldovskaya, Anna's former university professor and personal friend. Shot over a period of 20 years, this exclusive footage creates an incredible story of a woman who consciously gave her life for her convictions.

Grosses

Russia/CIS
$5,928
Domestic ()
Summary Details
DistributorKino Bez Granits
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Opening$3,454
1 theaters
Release DateDec 8, 2011
Running Time1 hr 25 min
GenresDocumentary History
In Release390 days/55 weeks
Widest Release4 theaters
DateRankWeekend %± LW TheatersChange AvgTo DateWeekend
Dec 8-1127$3,454-1-$3,454$3,4541
Dec 22-2525$503-4-$125$4,9623
Jan 5-832$136-4-$34$5,9285