From "Winter, Go Away" to "Of Caravan and the Dogs:" Documentary Films by Askold Kurov

Session Submission Type: Film

Brief Description

This screening presents a history of the Russian political opposition in documentary films by Askold Kurov. His films “Leninland” and “Children 404”, “Novaya” and “The Trial: The State of Russia vs Oleg Sentsov” garnered critical acclaim and were screened at numerous festivals. Kurov won a BAFTA award and received an EMMY nomination. His new film “Of Caravan And The Dogs” follows a group of independent Russian journalists and activists who face severe punishment and end up facing personal and political dilemmas.This screening includes segments of his films Winter, Go Away! (2012), The Trial. The State of Russia vs Oleg Sentsov (2017), Welcome To Chechnya (2020) and "Of Caravan and the Dogs" (2024). Kurov will discuss his films with the audience and introduce two short films of his students (“Once upon a time” by Evgeniia Borisova and “Vacation in memory” by Alexei Khodanovich) from the UN/FILMED SCHOOL. These documentary films were shot in Russia in 2022 and explore changes in the society after Russia started its war against Ukraine.

Sub Unit

• Film Series

Introduced by

• Tatiana Saburova, Indiana U Bloomington