It's no definitive masterpiece but it's damn close.

It's a mild crowd pleaser for people who are exhausted by blockbusters.

One of the film's great tricks is that, for a time, you think it will go down a rabbit hole of unrealistic glorification.

It is encouraging that the film ends so strongly.Otherwise, it wouldn't have been a particularly memorable film

The best reason to see MOSCOW PARADE (Prorva) is to see Ute Lemper in action. This versatile German artist can do it all, and this film gives the best glimpse at her many talents when she was in her mid 20's. She is currently starring on Broadway in CHICAGO, after having originated the same role in London's CHICAGO version. Too bad that's not on video. Meanwhile, settle for PRORVA. The only downside is that in making her look Russian for PRORVA, they decidedly made her appear much less attractive, as if there were no beautiful long legged blonde Russians.