Krasnaya koroleva

Just finishing this 12-part series. Since I have no previous experience with Russian culture or film I find this series to be interesting and enlightening. The depiction of Cold War era USSR is bleak to one who has lived in a capitalist society. As the story progressed I found it to be a bit histrionic at times. I was also baffled by the characterization of some people (men, especially) who were emotionally cut off and quite cold. Very scary society...big brother is always watching and someone is always willing to report subversive behavior. Enjoyable and educational despite the overall gloom.