More than once in Sergei Eisenstein’s “Alexander Nevsky,” the titular 13th-century hero appears to stare down right into the audience as he delivers his solemn exhortations to the people. That’s no ...

Alexander Nevsky is especially revered by the military, as well as by all those who seek strength and courage to overcome difficulties. His prayer helps to strengthen faith, find inner peace, free ...

In the centuries-old history of Russia, there are not many personalities whose legacy and military victories had such a significant impact on the fate of the country as Prince Alexander Nevsky. The ...

Yet you can’t fault Prokofiev’s spirited response to every war situation in this propagandist masterpiece about the stalwart 13 th century prince who sees off an invasion of Teutonic knights in a ...