Komsomolsk (film)

Komsomolsk is a 1938 Soviet propaganda film directed by Sergei Gerasimov. It portrays the construction of the city of Komsomolsk-on-Amur in the Russian Far East by members of the Komsomol, the All-Union Leninist Young Communist League. The film showcases the perceived enthusiasm and dedication of young Soviet citizens contributing to the industrialization and development of the Soviet Union. It emphasizes themes of socialist labor, overcoming hardship, and the building of a bright future under communist leadership. The film employs a blend of documentary and fictional elements to convey its message. It is considered a significant example of socialist realism in Soviet cinema.