: Much of the humor relies on Leon's rigid adherence to Trotsky’s biography. From asking if a student leader is his "Stalin" to searching for a "Lenin" figure, the film is packed with historical allusions that reward viewers familiar with Soviet history.
The story kicks off when Leon organizes a hunger strike at his father’s garment factory. In a classic act of "capitalist" discipline, his father ( Saul Rubinek ) pulls him from private school and sends him to a public high school. Rather than being deterred, Leon sees this as his "exile" and immediately sets to work radicalizing the "apathetic" student body against the "fascist" administration.
: While Leon is undeniably funny, some critics point out that the film highlights the distinction between intelligence and wisdom . His naivety is his greatest strength and his most glaring weakness, as he often ignores the reality of the people he claims to be helping.
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: Much of the humor relies on Leon's rigid adherence to Trotsky’s biography. From asking if a student leader is his "Stalin" to searching for a "Lenin" figure, the film is packed with historical allusions that reward viewers familiar with Soviet history.
The story kicks off when Leon organizes a hunger strike at his father’s garment factory. In a classic act of "capitalist" discipline, his father ( Saul Rubinek ) pulls him from private school and sends him to a public high school. Rather than being deterred, Leon sees this as his "exile" and immediately sets to work radicalizing the "apathetic" student body against the "fascist" administration. Watch The Trotsky (2009)
: While Leon is undeniably funny, some critics point out that the film highlights the distinction between intelligence and wisdom . His naivety is his greatest strength and his most glaring weakness, as he often ignores the reality of the people he claims to be helping. : Much of the humor relies on Leon's
Watch the official trailer to see Leon Bronstein in action as he attempts to lead a student revolution in Montreal: The Trotsky (2009) Official Trailer #1 - Comedy Movie HD Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers YouTube• Feb 12, 2013 Critical Reception The Trotsky (2009) In a classic act of "capitalist" discipline, his