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I can't say enough good things about this series, based on a bestselling 2016 novel (same name) by Amor Towles.
The theme is about former Russian royalty, Count Alexander Rostov, whose life was spared during the Communist purging of ruling class aristocrats. Instead of death, he was sentenced to live a servant's life in an old Moscow hotel, which was preserved for appearances for Party functions and visiting foreigners.
The story covers time from the revolution to the appointment of Krushchev. It follows the daily dealings of Rostov, keeping himself alive, yet never failing to see the good in everyone entering his sphere -- even those not worthy of such vibes. Indeed, it seems to be what sustains him.
I can't speak for the accuracy of the history presented, but the feel and sense of pervasive fears seem accurate enough, from Lenin and associates, through Stalin, and into beginning of Khrushchev's tenure.
Ewan McGregor plays Rostov. His continuing romantic tie is played by Mary Elizabeth Winstead, who is McGregor's wife. Casting is superb. A lot of life is portrayed within those years. Seen on Paramount/Showtime; coming up on episode 8, the conclusion this Sunday.
I really recommend seeking these out.
Follow Ups:
Knowing McGregor only from his trans-continental motorcycle adventures his performance was extra special in this excellent series.
It was so nice to watch a program built upon strong, intelligent characters, and not BOOM!, CRASH!, BANG! CGI. Real people with strengths, weaknesses and flaws. Just wish there were more episodes.
This forum is super low activity...this post has been at the top for weeks. And A Gentleman in Moscow has ended. It touched me unexpectedly. The count was confined to the hotel and the penalty for walking out would be death. So everything, for the most part, is confined to a limited space. And yet, in that space, his life becomes very rich. All the changes during the decades after the Russian revolution make their way into this hotel. People reveal surprising sides. There is music and there are celebrations and tragedies. It was a gem of a series.
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