The Black Russian

The Black Russian chronicles the extraordinary life of Frederick Bruce Thomas, an American born to former slaves who became a successful businessman and cultural figure across Europe and Russia. His journey takes him from the American South to Moscow, where he leverages his charm and entrepreneurial spirit to build a thriving entertainment empire before the upheaval of the Bolshevik Revolution. Despite facing financial ruin and imprisonment, his resilience shines through as he starts anew in Turkey, leaving a remarkable legacy along the way.