The Death Of Stalin ›

It’s March 1953. Stalin (Adrian McLoughlin) suffers a stroke and lies dying. Instead of mourning, his inner circle—a pack of paranoid, backstabbing wolves in commissar’s clothing—immediately turns on each other. The race is not to save the leader, but to grab power before the body is cold.

“What a bunch of bastards.” — and that’s the point. The Death Of Stalin

Here’s a review of The Death of Stalin that balances its dark humor, historical context, and performances. You can use or adapt it as needed. Rating: ★★★★½ (or 9/10) It’s March 1953