Scene explanation from Citizen X

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In the movie Citizen X, there is a scene where Donald Sutherland’s character (Festisov) heaps praise on Stephen Rea’s character (Bukarov). Bukarov abruptly stands up, and Festisov says,

Bukarov, I am sorry. You may go.

My gut reaction is that Bukarov is embarrassed by the praise, and is leaving the room to be alone, but Festisov reacts in a way that leads me to believe he has accidentally committed a grave sin.

I know it’s an old movie, but does anyone remember, and have an alternative take on that scene / know of either of the actor’s talking about the movie?






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Is Citizen X based on a true story?

The film is based upon the true story of Soviet serial killer Andrei Chikatilo, who was convicted in 1992 of the murder of 52 women and children committed between 1978 and 1990.

Is Citizen X worth watching?

"Citizen X" is a downright fantastic film, and as far as factual stories of real-life serial killers go, one of the most astonishing and jaw-droppingly incredible portraits I ever witnessed.

What is the movie The Citizen X about?

Andrei ChikatiloBornAndrei Romanovich Chikatilo16 October 1936 Yabluchne, Ukrainian SSR, USSRDied14 February 1994 (aged 57) Novocherkassk, Rostov Oblast, RussiaCause of deathExecution by shootingOther namesThe Butcher of Rostov The Forest Strip Killer The Red Ripper The Rostov Ripper14 more rows



Based on a true story «CITIZEN X» — Crime, Thriller, Full Movie // Russian Serial Killer Chikatilo




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