‘Navalny’ Documentary About Russian Opposition Leader Gets Last-Minute Theatrical Release by Warner Bros.
variety.comRebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter“Navalny,” a fly-on-the-wall documentary about Russian dissident and one-time presidential candidate Alexei Navalny, was intended to debut directly on HBO Max.
But since the harrowing story has renewed timeliness amid Russia’s recent unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, Warner Bros. Pictures has acquired the film from its streaming arm and plans to play the documentary in theaters across the country.In partnership with Fathom Events, “Navalny” will screen in more than 800 North American theaters on April 11 and 12.
CNN chief international correspondent Clarissa Ward will moderate a conversation with the filmmakers after screenings. Ward has reported extensively from Russia and Ukraine and has covered matters related to Navalny for several years.
Directed by Daniel Roher, the revealing feature “Navalny” recounts Russian President Vladimir Putin’s stranger-than-fiction attempt to poison a popular opposition leader.
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