Movie

A History of an Assignment

“One-on-one facing the threat of nuclear war”

202152m

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Director: Vladimir Nepevny
Release date: 2021-08-28
Runtime: 52m
Language: Russian
Budget: $40,000
Status: Released
Country: Russia
Studio: PK Cargofilm

A History of an Assignment — trailer

About A History of an Assignment

A History of an Assignment is a 2021 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Vladimir Nepevny, starring Anastas Mikoyan, John F. Kennedy and Fidel Castro. It has a runtime of 52 minutes. Below you can see where to watch A History of an Assignment in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

1962 year. Cuban Missile Crisis. The world is on the brink of nuclear disaster. Khrushchev has no leverage over the stubborn commander. The only thing he could do was send someone to Cuba whom he trusted, someone who could convince Castro. This person was Anastas Mikoyan. He was accompanied on his mission by Roman Carmen, a legendary cameraman who filmed the Spanish Civil War, World War II and the Nuremberg Trials. Mikoyan's business trip lasted almost a month. Day after day, step by step, like a real psychologist, he talked with Castro and Che Guevara, listened to their calls to "die beautifully" and destroy the enemy with one blow, and tried to persuade Cuba to compromise to save the world. This film was born thanks to recently declassified documents.

Cast

Anastas Mikoyan

Self (archive footage)

John F. Kennedy

Self (archive footage)

Fidel Castro

Self (archive footage)

Nikita Khrushchev

Self (archive footage)

Che Guevara

Self (archive footage)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A History of an Assignment in Canada?+

A History of an Assignment is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A History of an Assignment on Netflix?+

A History of an Assignment is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is A History of an Assignment?+

A History of an Assignment has a runtime of 52 minutes (52 minutes).

Who stars in A History of an Assignment?+

A History of an Assignment stars Anastas Mikoyan, John F. Kennedy, Fidel Castro, Nikita Khrushchev and Che Guevara.

When did A History of an Assignment come out?+

A History of an Assignment is a 2021 movie directed by Vladimir Nepevny.

What genre is A History of an Assignment?+

A History of an Assignment is Documentary film.

Who directed A History of an Assignment?+

A History of an Assignment was directed by Vladimir Nepevny.