Putin: Prisoner of Power

Misha Glenny, journalist and author of McMafia, describes the narrative history of President Vladimir Putin. It considers his unexpected and rapid rise to power. A blend of political intrigue, questionable deals, courtroom battles and war. Across six episodes Glenny charts how Putin is now trapped. Unable to step down for fear of reprisals.

Glenny portrays Putin as a resourceful short-term tactical thinker. An exceptionally intelligent political strategist unafraid to ruthlessly engage those perceived as a challenge. Fascinating, and scary.