A new clandestine documentary portrays a Russia transformed by the war in Ukraine and the risks faced by those opposing the conflict [1].
The film, titled “La Russie entre propagande et résistance,” highlights the internal societal fractures within Russia. It provides a rare glimpse into the dangers faced by citizens who challenge state narratives during an ongoing conflict.
The project was filmed over a three-year period [1], [2]. It focuses on the experiences of Ioulia, a 40-year-old photo-reporter [1] who lives in Moscow with her two sons [1]. Working for the international press, Ioulia captured the intersection of state propaganda and grassroots resistance.
According to the documentary, thousands of people have risked their lives and freedom to publicly oppose the war [1]. The footage captures the tension of operating in Moscow, where the state has tightened control over information and expression.
The film serves as a record of how the war has reshaped Russian society from the inside. It documents the personal costs of dissent in an environment where opposition can lead to severe legal or physical consequences.
The documentary is available until Nov. 18, 2026 [1], [2].
“Thousands of people have risked their lives and freedom to publicly oppose the war.”
The release of this documentary underscores the persistent, though perilous, existence of anti-war sentiment within Russia. By centering the narrative on a professional photo-reporter, the work illustrates the logistical and personal risks involved in independent journalism inside the country. It highlights a dichotomy between official state propaganda and the lived experiences of thousands of dissenters.
