"This superbly illustrated, readable and authoritative work is a major step in the revision of Soviet film history and will be an indispensable starting point for anyone seeking to understand that history." TLS '. this invaluable book . informative and well-written comments of the editors . an essential starting point for viewing and discussion.' - D.J. Wenden, Historical Journal of Film Radio & Television ' .

Richard Taylor's and Ian Christie's excellent scholarly work . very worthy of attention and highly illuminating .' - Anthony Smith, The Sunday Times ' . a fascinating contribution to the debate .' - Financial Times.