Limonov: The Ballad of Eddie

A captivating biographical drama that delves into the tumultuous life of Eduard Limonov, a complex figure who embodied both poetic elegance and militant fervor. From Russia to America and Europe, this 2024 film chronicles Limonov's journey as a revolutionary militant, underground writer, butler to a millionaire in Manhattan, and novelist of his own greatness. Based on Emmanuel Carrère's 2011 book, the film stars Ben Whishaw in a complex portrayal of its enigmatic subject.