I literally watched it for the first time last week. It is actually pretty good, though yes still obviously American- but it is John Reed's life and I think did a decent job, though heavy on his life and relationship so not all communistic if that makes sense. Has Emma Goldman featured and her criticisms while in Russia, which I have my own opinions about, but then he goes on and basically said what I was thinking, though I do think it was still pandering more to her idealistic view and that kind of gaze generally throughout. It's long and a lot about him and his partner, so just be aware, but I recommend it.