Meeting Gorbachev (2019)

Plot

Mikhail Gorbachev, the last president of the Soviet Union, engages in an insightful conversation with filmmaker Werner Herzog. Their dialogue explores Gorbachev’s significant contributions to global politics, including pivotal negotiations to cut nuclear arsenals, the reunification of Germany, and the eventual collapse of the Soviet Union. Through this intimate exchange, audiences gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding these historical events and the man behind them, making for a compelling portrait of a transformative leader.