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Jude Law portrays Vladimir Putin in Olivier Assayas' "The Wizard of the Kremlin," premiering at the Venice Film Festival. The film, adapted from Giuliano da Empoli's book, follows Putin's rise to power alongside a fictional advisor (Paul Dano), inspired by Vladislav Sourkov. Set against the backdrop of post-Soviet Russia, the movie explores the machinations of modern politics and its deceptive nature. While filmed in Latvia due to the impossibility of filming in Russia, the movie is relevant to current events and the ongoing war in Ukraine. The film's director, Assayas, describes it as a reflection on modern politics and its manipulative methods, highlighting the complexities and cynicism within power structures. The film's North American release date is yet to be announced.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.