Mr. Nobody Against Putin

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• Location: Filmhuis Den Haag

A thrilling, moving, and compelling Danish film about one of the most unlikely heroes ever. And yet so timely and important that for that reason alone, you'll want to show this documentary to everyone.

The film follows Pavel "Pasha" Talankin, a beloved and unassuming teacher in the Russian town of Karabash. His students adore him; he's a mentor, a jokester, and a safe haven for anyone who feels different. But when Russia invades Ukraine, his school transforms into a theater of state propaganda. Flags are raised, history lessons are rewritten, and children are forced to march and sing military odes. As a school videographer, Pasha is tasked with documenting it all. What he films isn't the glittering patriotism expected of him, but the creeping fear, the loss of freedom, and the militarization of an entire generation. His camera becomes his weapon. The result is a sharp and disturbing film about state control, the fragility of education, and the moral choices ordinary citizens are forced to make under pressure from the regime. Think Orwell, think Trump, think… At the same time, the film retains an unexpected lightness and humor. Despite the menace and gravity of what he captures, Pasha remains a lighthearted and sparkling narrator. His jokes, his warmth, and his sharp observations make the film a special, almost unique experience.

No wonder the film became a sensation at the Sundance Film Festival and was immediately considered an Oscar favorite. It has since been a triumphant success at film festivals worldwide, including in the Netherlands. A must-see you won't soon forget.

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