Welcome to Chechnya
In Chechnya, there are no homosexuals. That is what the tyrannical leader Ramzan Kadyrov has decided. Here we follow a group of activists who risk their lives to save LGBTQ + people who are threatened, detained, tortured and executed. The characters in the film have had their faces digitally altered to remain anonymous. Through interviews and smuggled video testimony, David France’s documentary shines a light on the dangerous, state-abetted homophobia driving queer men and women out of the Chechen Republic.
Certificate: There is no certification however we advise people to be 16+ who attend.
The film includes strong language, real-life footage of violent crimes, including murder and violent sexual scenes.
Brought to you by Out North East partnered with the University of Sunderland.
Venue : The David Puttnam Media Centre, Room 207, Sunderland, SR6 0DD
Type: Social Event
Start Date: Tuesday 17-06-2025 - 19:00
End date: Tuesday 17-06-2025 - 22:00
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University of Sunderland
Students' Union
Ground Floor, Edinburgh Building,
City Campus, Chester Road
Sunderland, SR1 3SD
University of Sunderland Students' Union
City Campus,
Edinburgh Building, Chester Road
Sunderland, SR1 3SD
Company limited by guarantee.
Company registered in England no: 07702161
Registered Charity no: 1148212
VAT no: 178592316