In the history of cinema, there are some films that make such an impact that they become almost emblematic of the time they were released. One of these is the Soviet propaganda film Battleship Potemkin by Sergei Eisenstein, and we have just passed the 100-year anniversary of its release.

Dr Alexander Howard, Senior Lecturer in English and Writing at the University of Sydney, joined Nic Healey on Nightlife to explain the film, its impact and legacy.