Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer

In the winter of 2011, after a controversial election, Vladimir Putin was reinstalled as president of Russia. In response, hundreds of thousands of citizens rose up all over the country to challenge the legitimacy of Putin’s rule. Among them were a group of young, radical-feminist punk rockers, better known as Pussy Riot. Wearing colored balaclavas, tights, and summer dresses, they entered Moscow’s most venerated cathedral and dared to sing “Mother Mary, Banish Putin!” Now they have become victims of a “show” trial.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Music, Documentary

Director

Mike Lerner

Original Language

EN

What is Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer about?

In the winter of 2011, after a controversial election, Vladimir Putin was reinstalled as president of Russia. In response, hundreds of thousands of citizens rose up all over the country to challenge the legitimacy of Putin’s rule. Among them were a group of young, radical-feminist punk rockers, better known as Pussy Riot. Wearing colored balaclavas, tights, and summer dresses, they entered Moscow’s most venerated cathedral and dared to sing “Mother Mary, Banish Putin!” Now they have become victims of a “show” trial.

Who directed Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer?

Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer was directed by Mike Lerner.

When was Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer released?

Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer was released on July 5, 2013.

How long is Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer?

Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer has a runtime of 1h 30m.

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