The Changing Face Of Eastern Europe (1969)
The film “The Changing Face of Eastern Europe” explores the evolution of Eastern European nations under Soviet influence post-World War II. It details the transition from strict Soviet control to a period of limited liberalization, highlighting events such as the establishment of the Warsaw Pact, the rise of nationalism, and attempts at reform in countries like Czechoslovakia and Romania. The film also discusses the impact of Western culture and economics on these nations, the complexities of peaceful coexistence, and the persistent threat of Soviet intervention.
Keywords
Eastern Europe, Soviet Union, communism, Warsaw Pact, liberalization, nationalism, Cold War, reform, peaceful coexistence, Iron Curtain