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Russia 1985-1999: TraumaZone

Season 1 Episode 7: Part Seven: 1995-1999

A catastrophic event rocks Moscow, and the arrival of capitalism brings about chaos. The sudden departure of Western bankers leaves behind a power vacuum, and the Oligarchs seize control, seeking a new leader who embodies their interests.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Part One: 1985-1989

1. Part One: 1985-1989

Aired: Oct 13, 2022

The Soviet Union's Perestroika era, marked by a dwindling faith in communism ...

Episode 2 Part Two: 1989-1991

2. Part Two: 1989-1991

Aired: Oct 13, 2022

As the rational Communist plan spirals out of control, Moscow descends into c...

Episode 3 Part Three: 1991

3. Part Three: 1991

Aired: Oct 13, 2022

The empire faces a resurgence, as hardliners deploy tanks in Moscow, but thei...

Episode 4 Part Four: 1992-1994

4. Part Four: 1992-1994

Aired: Oct 13, 2022

Russia's chaotic transformation into a democracy sparks a surreal nightmare, ...

Episode 5 Part Five: 1993-1996

5. Part Five: 1993-1996

Aired: Oct 13, 2022

As the Russian society teeters on the brink of collapse, millions of citizens...

Episode 6 Part Six: 1994-1998

6. Part Six: 1994-1998

Aired: Oct 13, 2022

As tensions escalate, a faction around the president advocates for a war in C...

Episode 7 Part Seven: 1995-1999

7. Part Seven: 1995-1999

Aired: Oct 13, 2022

A catastrophic event rocks Moscow, and the arrival of capitalism brings about...

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Info about Russia 1985-1999: TraumaZone

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC iPlayer

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History