Death Day

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Set against the backdrop of a 1937 conference, the narrative follows Sergei Eisenstein, a distinguished Soviet filmmaker, as he confronts accusations of failing to align his work with Stalinist ideology. Amidst intense scrutiny and threats, he grapples with the challenge faced by artists in totalitarian regimes: balancing creative freedom with oppressive artistic conformity. His struggle exemplifies the resourcefulness and resilience often exhibited by artists under repressive conditions, highlighting the tension between individual expression and societal expectations.