Shooting the Joy of the Rus' Alcohol Consumption and Alcoholism in Soviet Movies, 1953-1991
Journal: Duo Research Archive (University of Oslo)
Year: 2012

The current thesis examines how alcohol consumption and alcoholism were interpreted in Soviet movies between 1953 and 1991, taking into consideration the shifting ideological constraints and anti-alcohol campaigns, as well as alcohol and film politics. With the help of 43 films, this research explores the socio-cultural aspects of drinking as represented in Soviet films, uncovers the beliefs about alcohol consumption and alcoholism, and observes how films as cultural texts reflect society back o