The A to Z of Russian and Soviet Cinema is the first reference work of
its kind in the English language devoted entirely to the cinema of the
Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and the post-Soviet period, including
both the cinematic highlights and the mainstream. The cinemas of the
former Soviet republics, including Ukraine, Belarus, Armenia, Georgia,
Lithuania, and Latvia, are also represented with their most influential
artists. Through a chronology, an introduction essay, a bibliography,
and over 500 cross-referenced dictionary entries on filmmakers,
performers, cinematographers, composers, producers, studios, genres, and
outstanding films, this reference work covers the history of Russian and
Soviet filmmaking from 1896 to 2007.