"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