Andrei Sakharov, a renowned Russian physicist and dissident, embarked on a courageous journey in the civil rights movement, culminating in his Nobel Peace Prize. Initially, his activism led to him losing a prominent party position, followed by a significant salary reduction, and ultimately, his dismissal from his job and exile to Gorky, an industrial city. Despite being denied the opportunity to receive the Nobel Prize in person, his wife attended the ceremony on his behalf. In response to his country's treatment of its citizens, Sakharov launched a prolonged hunger strike, a testament to his unwavering commitment to justice and human rights.
Sakharov
The film tells the story of Andrei Sakharov, a courageous advocate for civil rights who faced numerous challenges on his journey, including being forced to give up a prestigious position and having his research funding cut in half. Despite these setbacks, Sakharov remained committed to his cause ...
