What is MUBI acquiring from Julia Loktev?

MUBI is acquiring both parts of Julia Loktev's nonfiction epic, 'My Undesirable Friends,' which includes 'Part I - Last Air in Moscow' and the upcoming 'Part II - Exile'.

What is 'My Undesirable Friends' about?

The documentary series offers an intimate portrait of Russian independent journalists facing persecution and exile due to Putin's regime and the war in Ukraine.

What does the title 'My Undesirable Friends' refer to?

The title refers to Russia's official designation for groups it disfavors, such as independent news media and human rights organizations.

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MUBI Acquires Acclaimed Doc on Russian Journalists' Plight

28 Jan

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Summary

MUBI will distribute Julia Loktev's acclaimed two-part documentary epic.
The films chronicle Russian independent journalists forced into exile.
The documentary explores authoritarianism's impact on those who resist.

MUBI Acquires Acclaimed Doc on Russian Journalists' Plight

Global distributor MUBI has announced its acquisition of Julia Loktev's acclaimed nonfiction epic, "My Undesirable Friends," encompassing both Part I and its forthcoming sequel.

Part I, titled "Last Air in Moscow," premiered at the 2024 New York Film Festival and has garnered significant critical acclaim, including an Oscar shortlist nomination for Best Documentary Feature. The film offers an intimate look at Russian independent journalists targeted by the Putin regime.

This powerful documentary takes a drastic turn as Russia initiates a full-scale war in Ukraine, compelling the journalists, including Alesya Marokhovskaya and Anna Nemzer, into exile. The sequel, "Part II -- Exile," follows their journey across countries as they grapple with the war they oppose.