The Russian Cracker
Overview
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.
Release date
12/08/1999
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Alexander Bukhanovsky
Self - Dr. Alexander Bukhanovsky
Veronika Hyks
Narrator
Diran Meghreblian
Voice
Michael Poole
Voice
Renat Levenstein
Voice
Rita Weissman
Voice
Vladimir Krishtopa
Self - Serial Killer
Andrei Chikatilo
Self - Serial Killer (Archive footage)
Ion Andreevich Prodan
Self - Serial Killer (Archive footage)
Amurkhan Yandiyev
Self - Head of Serious Crimes Unit
Sasha Chepel
Self - Aleksandr Chepel’s Father
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