Nicholas and Alexandra | by HRH Prince Michael of Kent
Beschreibung
Narrated by Jack Perkins and presented by HRH Prince Michael of Kent, this documentary features insightful interviews with Prince Nicholas Romanov (1922-2014) and individuals born during the late 19th century, all of whom were witnesses to the reign of Nicholas II.
For close to a century, the renowned dynasty and tragic demise of Nicholas and Alexandra have been shrouded in myth and encircled by enigma. However, with the unveiling of the former Soviet Union, the authentic account of their lives can now be unveiled. This groundbreaking film, shot on various locations across the former Soviet Union and Europe, unveils a wealth of information and documents that were concealed for decades. Intimate diaries, letters, and personal artifacts from the once-secluded imperial archives unfold the incredible narrative of the Romanovs\' rule. Haunting firsthand testimonies, confessions from those involved in the execution, and a poignant exhumation ultimately dispel the mysteries surrounding the tragic end of their dynasty. Captivating, rich in factual content, and majestic, this stands as the definitive narrative of a love story that altered the course of history.
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Originally produced by A&E Biography, 1998.
