Release Date

01 Jan, 1989

Runtime

00:23: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

Looks at life in Russia shortly before the disintegration of the Soviet Union from the perspective of a Moscow teenager named Alec. Discusses the ethnic diversity of the Soviet Union, the 15 different republics, and the challenge of creating a market system and democracy. Discovers Alec's love of rock music, the importance of literature and warm friendships in his culture, and how uncertain times affect a teenager's life.