The Russian Cracker

The Russian Cracker

Movie 1999-08-12 50m Documentary

Russia is grappling with a critical issue: they have become the country with the most at large serial killers in the world particularly concentrated in Rostov, the same city that witnessed Andrei Chikatilo's infamous killing spree. In response, law enforcement has turned to Dr. Alexander Bukhanovsky, a prominent psychiatrist and criminal profiler, who is implementing radical measures to understand the root causes of this phenomenon and develop effective solutions. Within Dr. Bukhanovsky's clinic, we encounter three of his young patients: Edward and Igor, whose families express deep concerns about their disturbing fantasies, and 'Mischa', who has perpetrated acts of torture and sexual assault. Dr. Bukhanovsky's approach is groundbreaking, offering treatment to potential serial offenders. However, critics argue that by keeping individuals like 'Mischa' anonymous, he may inadvertently shield them from public awareness and accountability, prompting debate over the ethics of his methods.

Status
Released
Studio
BBC
Country
Russia
Languages
English, Russian
Director
Cast
Alexander Bukhanovsky Alexander Bukhanovsky Self - Dr. Alexander Bukhanovsky
Veronika Hyks Veronika Hyks Narrator
Diran Meghreblian Diran Meghreblian Voice
Michael Poole Michael Poole Voice
Renat Levenstein Renat Levenstein Voice
Rita Weissman Rita Weissman Voice
Vladimir Krishtopa Vladimir Krishtopa Self - Serial Killer
Andrei Chikatilo Andrei Chikatilo Self - Serial Killer (Archive footage)
Ion Andreevich Prodan Ion Andreevich Prodan Self - Serial Killer (Archive footage)
Amurkhan Yandiyev Amurkhan Yandiyev Self - Head of Serious Crimes Unit
Sasha Chepel Sasha Chepel Self - Aleksandr Chepel’s Father
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