“A substantial piece of television. It's a kind of cross between Michael Palin and Louis Theroux.
Without resorting to gimmickry or showmanship, Magan has an easy style that helps present
potentially boring information in an illuminating fashion. He casually refers to the Soviet past of
the accession states, yet never gets too bogged down in history, always allowing the viewer time
to enjoy the beautifully shot footage of his travels.
“And the footage is genuinely stirring. Against rural landscapes thick with snow, we are treated to
shots of desolate Soviet apartment blocks, abandoned nuclear plants and grim army barracks.
These striking images speak volumes and complement Magan’s own reflections on the massive
cultural transition these nations are now undertaking.”
Padraic Killeen, Irish Examiner.
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