| Other title |
Hunted : the war against gays in Russia |
| Abstract |
A hauntingly beautiful and powerful documentary that travels to the dark heart of Russia and gives an insight into the reality of life - particularly gay life - that's in stark contrast to the glitz of the Sochi winter Olympics. The programme tells how there's fear on all sides, with many Russians equating gay behaviour with semi-demonic practices. They believe homosexuality is a lifestyle choice and see it as a direct attack on family values, even as a poison that is corrupting society and weakening Russia. On the other side, many gay Russians live in fear of direct intimidation, persecution and violence - and even murder. This film gives ordinary Russians a voice as it exposes a world of widespread repression and extreme violence: a world of cold fear. |
| General note | Title from resource description page (viewed January 11, 2017). |
| Language | In English. |
| Awards note | Nominated 2015 News & Documentary Emmy Awards, Outstanding Investigative Journalism - Long Form |
| Genre/form | Documentary films. |
| Genre/form | Educational films. |
