The central character of the film is an honest officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) who decides to stand up against the corrupt political system, promoting the idea of fair and transparent elections. His desire for change faces strong resistance from the existing political establishment, leading to a tense confrontation between principles and power.
Amanda McBaine, Jesse Moss
USA
The film tells the true story of a high school project in the 1990s that grew into something much bigger: a form of civic resistance, investigative journalism, and a powerful coming-of-age experience. At the center of the story is a group of students from Middletown High School in New York State and their teacher, Fred Isseks. Instead of traditional English classes, he offered a course called "Electronic English", where students were given video cameras and encouraged to create their own short films, reports, and documentary content. The most impactful topic they tackled was an environmental investigation – the students began researching a possible toxic waste leak in the local area, which they believed could pose serious health risks to residents. Their journalistic work turned out to be remarkably mature: they interviewed local officials, asked uncomfortable questions, searched for evidence, and demanded accountability from those in power.Their footage and reports began to circulate in the community and generate significant public attention. In essence, the students became true civic journalists – working without censorship, with minimal resources, but with remarkable persistence. The film weaves together archival VHS footage from the 1990s with present-day interviews of the former students. This experience proved to be life-changing for many of those involved. In the film, former students reflect on how their participation in the investigation shaped their views on politics, power, social justice, and their own personal priorities. Some of them went on to become journalists, activists, or researchers.
This short film explores themes of broken trust, personal responsibility, and the consequences that can arise when politics intersects with private life. A businessman who fled China amid anti-corruption investigations arrives in the United States and meets his son in the mountains of California. Together, they search for hidden money in hopes of resolving their personal challenges: the father seeks a fresh start, while the son hopes to pay off his debts. As the story unfolds, tensions between father and son gradually surface, and subtle signs suggest that they might be under surveillance.
The events take place seven years after the first film. Amay Patnaik has been transferred to Rajasthan, where he begins an investigation into a charismatic but deeply corrupt politician, Manohar Dhankar, known as Dadabhai. On the surface, he appears to be a respected leader, but behind the façade lie laundered money, fictitious assets, shell companies, and close ties to the darker side of the political and business elite. Patnaik finds himself confronting a system even more sophisticated than in the first case: this time, major contractors, high-ranking officials, and local criminal networks are all involved. Step by step, he gathers evidence, carries out carefully planned operations, interrogates Dadabhai’s associates, and ultimately finds a way to reach the politician himself. Throughout the process, Amay must navigate the fine line between strict adherence to the law, ethical dilemmas, and mounting pressure from those determined to preserve the status quo. As the case unfolds, political tension rises – the investigation begins to affect not only financial interests but also the electoral stability of the entire region.
Based on a true story
The film is inspired by real events. It is not based on a single specific case but represents a composite of several high-profile tax investigations and raids conducted by the Indian Income Tax Department across various regions of the country – including Rajasthan – during the 1980s. At that time, tax authorities began an active campaign against large-scale systemic corruption. Their targets included politicians, contractors, and businessmen who concealed assets using shell companies, proxy ownership, and schemes known in India as benami – in which property is registered under someone else's name to hide the true owner. These arrangements were often accompanied by money laundering and tax evasion through extensive networks of companies and intermediaries. The operations that inspired the film were marked by a high level of secrecy, carried out without prior warning and often involving multiple locations simultaneously. In many instances, tax officers acted with the support of intelligence agencies and under significant pressure from political figures attempting to obstruct the raids or influence the investigation.
A two-part documentary miniseries about the hidden influence of money on U.S. politics. The first episode – Ohio Confidential – explores the largest corruption scandal in the history of the state: the energy company FirstEnergy bribed the Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives, Larry Householder, by creating a secret fund exceeding $60 million to push through legislation favorable to the company; episode is based on FBI wiretaps and witness testimony. The second episode – Wealth of the Wicked – offers a retrospective look at the rise of the "dark money" culture in American politics: from the creation of the Federal Election Commission in the 1970s to the 2010 Supreme Court decision in Citizens United, which opened the floodgates for hidden political financing through super PACs (independent expenditure-only political committees) and nonprofit organizations.
The Accidental Mayor
Мэр поневоле
The main character, Katya, a spirited and impulsive young woman who used to work as a "tequila girl," finds herself unexpectedly appointed as the deputy mayor of the small provincial town of Lisiegorsk. Completely unfamiliar with politics and administration, she initially sees her new position as nothing more than a temporary adventure. But everything changes when the sitting mayor is suddenly hospitalized, and Katya is left to assume the responsibilities of running the town. At first, she intends to simply enjoy the perks of power without taking anything too seriously. However, as she comes face to face with the real problems of the town’s residents, crumbling infrastructure, and the indifference of local officials, Katya begins to transform. Her outlook is further influenced by a local doctor named Sergey – a sincere and principled man who helps her see life from a different perspective. Gradually, a sense of responsibility awakens in Katya. She stops being "an accident mayor" and grows into a genuine leader, determined to defend the interests of the townspeople and push for meaningful change – even if it means going against those who are used to abusing power for personal gain.
The documentary tells the story of a large-scale corruption scheme in Venezuela, connected to the government’s food aid program CLAP (Local Committees for Supply and Production), which was designed to provide food for the poorest segments of the population amid an economic crisis and hyperinflation. At the center of the investigation is businessman Alex Saab, often referred to as the "personal financier" of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Saab became a key figure in the country's food supply scheme: his companies won government contracts and were responsible for purchasing food abroad for the CLAP program. However, journalists from the Venezuelan investigative outlet Armando.info, including Roberto Deniz, discovered that behind the facade of a "humanitarian mission" lay corruption and money laundering. The food delivered through the CLAP program was often of low quality, its cost was grossly inflated, and a significant portion of the profits was funneled through offshore accounts and shell companies. The investigation revealed that Saab, using a complex network of front companies registered in various jurisdictions (Mexico, Panama, Turkey, the UAE), diverted state funds intended for food aid into the hands of individuals close to the Maduro regime – and to Maduro himself.
A documentary film that exposes one of the largest corruption schemes in modern history. The film takes an in-depth look at the operations of Unaoil, a company based in Monaco and owned by the Ahsani family, which for decades used its reputation and network of connections to manipulate tenders and bribe public officials in order to give its clients a competitive edge in the global market. Through systematic bribery of officials across the world, Unaoil funneled millions of dollars into corrupt deals, undermining economic development and fueling corruption in the affected countries. At the heart of the story is an investigation led by Australian journalist Nick McKenzie, who receives an anonymous letter from a whistleblower using the pseudonym "Figaro." The letter contains evidence that Unaoil paid multimillion-dollar bribes to senior government officials and executives of major companies in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa to secure lucrative oil sector contracts for its clients. McKenzie, along with anti-corruption activist Alexandra Wrage and prosecutor Tom Martin, launches a global investigation spanning Iraq, Monaco, Rome, London, Australia, and the United States. Together, they analyze more than 317,000 leaked documents, revealing the scale of the corruption and the involvement of some of the world’s most powerful corporations.
Doleira: A História de Nelma Kodama
The documentary tells the story of Nelma Kodama, known in Brazil as the Queen of "Car Wash" – the largest anti-corruption operation in the world. She was arrested following the capture of Alberto Youssef, Brazil’s most prominent doleiro (black-market money dealer), who was so influential that he was nicknamed the doleiro of doleiros (the money changer of money changers). In Brazil, where legal currency exchange is only permitted through official channels, Youssef found his niche serving major businessmen and industrial companies, exchanging millions of dollars at favorable rates. Nelma Kodama was Youssef’s lover and, at the same time, his money courier, transporting large sums of currency across borders. Despite her criminal activities, Nelma stood out for her sharp mind, sense of humor, charisma, and vibrant love of life – qualities that served her even in prison. There, a federal agent fell in love with her and managed to get her transferred to a safer facility, and eventually secured her release to house arrest. The film offers an unprecedented look at how a former dentist from a small town became one of the most notorious money launderers in the country, operating in a world traditionally dominated by men.
El correo
Daniel Calparsoro
Spain, Belgium, France
Ivan Marquez is an ordinary guy dreaming about good life. To earn money, he helps officials launder money. This brings him to the pinnacle of corruption that created a real estate bubble after the Euro is introduced in Spain.
Former Marine Terry Richmond arrives in the small town of Shelby Springs to post bail for his cousin before he is transferred to a state prison. However, the local corrupt police officers arrest Terry and illegally seize all his money, claiming it was allegedly obtained through drug trafficking. Unable to get his money back through legal means, Terry decides to take matters into his own hands. With the help of courthouse clerk Summer McBride, he uncovers a large-scale conspiracy led by Police Chief Sandy Burnham.
2024
Russian, English, Belarusian
Mike Lerner, Martin Herring
UK
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya never planned to enter politics – until her husband was jailed for challenging Lukashenko. She takes on the fight against an authoritarian regime, against violence, and for the freedom of her country. Officially, her opponent wins the election – but was it truly fair? Despite threats, she continues her fight for a free Belarus. With unprecedented access, this film follows her extraordinary journey from teacher to opposition leader, capturing the hopes of a nation yearning for democracy. A powerful story of courage, justice, and the fight against dictatorship.
The central character of the film is an honest officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) who decides to stand up against the corrupt political system, promoting the idea of fair and transparent elections. His desire for change faces strong resistance from the existing political establishment, leading to a tense confrontation between principles and power.
Amanda McBaine, Jesse Moss
USA
The film tells the true story of a high school project in the 1990s that grew into something much bigger: a form of civic resistance, investigative journalism, and a powerful coming-of-age experience. At the center of the story is a group of students from Middletown High School in New York State and their teacher, Fred Isseks. Instead of traditional English classes, he offered a course called "Electronic English", where students were given video cameras and encouraged to create their own short films, reports, and documentary content. The most impactful topic they tackled was an environmental investigation – the students began researching a possible toxic waste leak in the local area, which they believed could pose serious health risks to residents. Their journalistic work turned out to be remarkably mature: they interviewed local officials, asked uncomfortable questions, searched for evidence, and demanded accountability from those in power.Their footage and reports began to circulate in the community and generate significant public attention. In essence, the students became true civic journalists – working without censorship, with minimal resources, but with remarkable persistence. The film weaves together archival VHS footage from the 1990s with present-day interviews of the former students. This experience proved to be life-changing for many of those involved. In the film, former students reflect on how their participation in the investigation shaped their views on politics, power, social justice, and their own personal priorities. Some of them went on to become journalists, activists, or researchers.
This short film explores themes of broken trust, personal responsibility, and the consequences that can arise when politics intersects with private life. A businessman who fled China amid anti-corruption investigations arrives in the United States and meets his son in the mountains of California. Together, they search for hidden money in hopes of resolving their personal challenges: the father seeks a fresh start, while the son hopes to pay off his debts. As the story unfolds, tensions between father and son gradually surface, and subtle signs suggest that they might be under surveillance.
The events take place seven years after the first film. Amay Patnaik has been transferred to Rajasthan, where he begins an investigation into a charismatic but deeply corrupt politician, Manohar Dhankar, known as Dadabhai. On the surface, he appears to be a respected leader, but behind the façade lie laundered money, fictitious assets, shell companies, and close ties to the darker side of the political and business elite. Patnaik finds himself confronting a system even more sophisticated than in the first case: this time, major contractors, high-ranking officials, and local criminal networks are all involved. Step by step, he gathers evidence, carries out carefully planned operations, interrogates Dadabhai’s associates, and ultimately finds a way to reach the politician himself. Throughout the process, Amay must navigate the fine line between strict adherence to the law, ethical dilemmas, and mounting pressure from those determined to preserve the status quo. As the case unfolds, political tension rises – the investigation begins to affect not only financial interests but also the electoral stability of the entire region.
Based on a true story
The film is inspired by real events. It is not based on a single specific case but represents a composite of several high-profile tax investigations and raids conducted by the Indian Income Tax Department across various regions of the country – including Rajasthan – during the 1980s. At that time, tax authorities began an active campaign against large-scale systemic corruption. Their targets included politicians, contractors, and businessmen who concealed assets using shell companies, proxy ownership, and schemes known in India as benami – in which property is registered under someone else's name to hide the true owner. These arrangements were often accompanied by money laundering and tax evasion through extensive networks of companies and intermediaries. The operations that inspired the film were marked by a high level of secrecy, carried out without prior warning and often involving multiple locations simultaneously. In many instances, tax officers acted with the support of intelligence agencies and under significant pressure from political figures attempting to obstruct the raids or influence the investigation.
A two-part documentary miniseries about the hidden influence of money on U.S. politics. The first episode – Ohio Confidential – explores the largest corruption scandal in the history of the state: the energy company FirstEnergy bribed the Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives, Larry Householder, by creating a secret fund exceeding $60 million to push through legislation favorable to the company; episode is based on FBI wiretaps and witness testimony. The second episode – Wealth of the Wicked – offers a retrospective look at the rise of the "dark money" culture in American politics: from the creation of the Federal Election Commission in the 1970s to the 2010 Supreme Court decision in Citizens United, which opened the floodgates for hidden political financing through super PACs (independent expenditure-only political committees) and nonprofit organizations.
The Accidental Mayor
Мэр поневоле
The main character, Katya, a spirited and impulsive young woman who used to work as a "tequila girl," finds herself unexpectedly appointed as the deputy mayor of the small provincial town of Lisiegorsk. Completely unfamiliar with politics and administration, she initially sees her new position as nothing more than a temporary adventure. But everything changes when the sitting mayor is suddenly hospitalized, and Katya is left to assume the responsibilities of running the town. At first, she intends to simply enjoy the perks of power without taking anything too seriously. However, as she comes face to face with the real problems of the town’s residents, crumbling infrastructure, and the indifference of local officials, Katya begins to transform. Her outlook is further influenced by a local doctor named Sergey – a sincere and principled man who helps her see life from a different perspective. Gradually, a sense of responsibility awakens in Katya. She stops being "an accident mayor" and grows into a genuine leader, determined to defend the interests of the townspeople and push for meaningful change – even if it means going against those who are used to abusing power for personal gain.
The documentary tells the story of a large-scale corruption scheme in Venezuela, connected to the government’s food aid program CLAP (Local Committees for Supply and Production), which was designed to provide food for the poorest segments of the population amid an economic crisis and hyperinflation. At the center of the investigation is businessman Alex Saab, often referred to as the "personal financier" of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Saab became a key figure in the country's food supply scheme: his companies won government contracts and were responsible for purchasing food abroad for the CLAP program. However, journalists from the Venezuelan investigative outlet Armando.info, including Roberto Deniz, discovered that behind the facade of a "humanitarian mission" lay corruption and money laundering. The food delivered through the CLAP program was often of low quality, its cost was grossly inflated, and a significant portion of the profits was funneled through offshore accounts and shell companies. The investigation revealed that Saab, using a complex network of front companies registered in various jurisdictions (Mexico, Panama, Turkey, the UAE), diverted state funds intended for food aid into the hands of individuals close to the Maduro regime – and to Maduro himself.
A documentary film that exposes one of the largest corruption schemes in modern history. The film takes an in-depth look at the operations of Unaoil, a company based in Monaco and owned by the Ahsani family, which for decades used its reputation and network of connections to manipulate tenders and bribe public officials in order to give its clients a competitive edge in the global market. Through systematic bribery of officials across the world, Unaoil funneled millions of dollars into corrupt deals, undermining economic development and fueling corruption in the affected countries. At the heart of the story is an investigation led by Australian journalist Nick McKenzie, who receives an anonymous letter from a whistleblower using the pseudonym "Figaro." The letter contains evidence that Unaoil paid multimillion-dollar bribes to senior government officials and executives of major companies in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa to secure lucrative oil sector contracts for its clients. McKenzie, along with anti-corruption activist Alexandra Wrage and prosecutor Tom Martin, launches a global investigation spanning Iraq, Monaco, Rome, London, Australia, and the United States. Together, they analyze more than 317,000 leaked documents, revealing the scale of the corruption and the involvement of some of the world’s most powerful corporations.
Doleira: A História de Nelma Kodama
The documentary tells the story of Nelma Kodama, known in Brazil as the Queen of "Car Wash" – the largest anti-corruption operation in the world. She was arrested following the capture of Alberto Youssef, Brazil’s most prominent doleiro (black-market money dealer), who was so influential that he was nicknamed the doleiro of doleiros (the money changer of money changers). In Brazil, where legal currency exchange is only permitted through official channels, Youssef found his niche serving major businessmen and industrial companies, exchanging millions of dollars at favorable rates. Nelma Kodama was Youssef’s lover and, at the same time, his money courier, transporting large sums of currency across borders. Despite her criminal activities, Nelma stood out for her sharp mind, sense of humor, charisma, and vibrant love of life – qualities that served her even in prison. There, a federal agent fell in love with her and managed to get her transferred to a safer facility, and eventually secured her release to house arrest. The film offers an unprecedented look at how a former dentist from a small town became one of the most notorious money launderers in the country, operating in a world traditionally dominated by men.
El correo
Daniel Calparsoro
Spain, Belgium, France
Ivan Marquez is an ordinary guy dreaming about good life. To earn money, he helps officials launder money. This brings him to the pinnacle of corruption that created a real estate bubble after the Euro is introduced in Spain.
Former Marine Terry Richmond arrives in the small town of Shelby Springs to post bail for his cousin before he is transferred to a state prison. However, the local corrupt police officers arrest Terry and illegally seize all his money, claiming it was allegedly obtained through drug trafficking. Unable to get his money back through legal means, Terry decides to take matters into his own hands. With the help of courthouse clerk Summer McBride, he uncovers a large-scale conspiracy led by Police Chief Sandy Burnham.
2024
Russian, English, Belarusian
Mike Lerner, Martin Herring
UK
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya never planned to enter politics – until her husband was jailed for challenging Lukashenko. She takes on the fight against an authoritarian regime, against violence, and for the freedom of her country. Officially, her opponent wins the election – but was it truly fair? Despite threats, she continues her fight for a free Belarus. With unprecedented access, this film follows her extraordinary journey from teacher to opposition leader, capturing the hopes of a nation yearning for democracy. A powerful story of courage, justice, and the fight against dictatorship.
Amanda McBaine, Jesse Moss
USA
The film tells the true story of a high school project in the 1990s that grew into something much bigger: a form of civic resistance, investigative journalism, and a powerful coming-of-age experience. At the center of the story is a group of students from Middletown High School in New York State and their teacher, Fred Isseks. Instead of traditional English classes, he offered a course called "Electronic English", where students were given video cameras and encouraged to create their own short films, reports, and documentary content. The most impactful topic they tackled was an environmental investigation – the students began researching a possible toxic waste leak in the local area, which they believed could pose serious health risks to residents. Their journalistic work turned out to be remarkably mature: they interviewed local officials, asked uncomfortable questions, searched for evidence, and demanded accountability from those in power.Their footage and reports began to circulate in the community and generate significant public attention. In essence, the students became true civic journalists – working without censorship, with minimal resources, but with remarkable persistence. The film weaves together archival VHS footage from the 1990s with present-day interviews of the former students. This experience proved to be life-changing for many of those involved. In the film, former students reflect on how their participation in the investigation shaped their views on politics, power, social justice, and their own personal priorities. Some of them went on to become journalists, activists, or researchers.
This short film explores themes of broken trust, personal responsibility, and the consequences that can arise when politics intersects with private life. A businessman who fled China amid anti-corruption investigations arrives in the United States and meets his son in the mountains of California. Together, they search for hidden money in hopes of resolving their personal challenges: the father seeks a fresh start, while the son hopes to pay off his debts. As the story unfolds, tensions between father and son gradually surface, and subtle signs suggest that they might be under surveillance.
The events take place seven years after the first film. Amay Patnaik has been transferred to Rajasthan, where he begins an investigation into a charismatic but deeply corrupt politician, Manohar Dhankar, known as Dadabhai. On the surface, he appears to be a respected leader, but behind the façade lie laundered money, fictitious assets, shell companies, and close ties to the darker side of the political and business elite. Patnaik finds himself confronting a system even more sophisticated than in the first case: this time, major contractors, high-ranking officials, and local criminal networks are all involved. Step by step, he gathers evidence, carries out carefully planned operations, interrogates Dadabhai’s associates, and ultimately finds a way to reach the politician himself. Throughout the process, Amay must navigate the fine line between strict adherence to the law, ethical dilemmas, and mounting pressure from those determined to preserve the status quo. As the case unfolds, political tension rises – the investigation begins to affect not only financial interests but also the electoral stability of the entire region.
Based on a true story
The film is inspired by real events. It is not based on a single specific case but represents a composite of several high-profile tax investigations and raids conducted by the Indian Income Tax Department across various regions of the country – including Rajasthan – during the 1980s. At that time, tax authorities began an active campaign against large-scale systemic corruption. Their targets included politicians, contractors, and businessmen who concealed assets using shell companies, proxy ownership, and schemes known in India as benami – in which property is registered under someone else's name to hide the true owner. These arrangements were often accompanied by money laundering and tax evasion through extensive networks of companies and intermediaries. The operations that inspired the film were marked by a high level of secrecy, carried out without prior warning and often involving multiple locations simultaneously. In many instances, tax officers acted with the support of intelligence agencies and under significant pressure from political figures attempting to obstruct the raids or influence the investigation.
The Accidental Mayor
Мэр поневоле
The main character, Katya, a spirited and impulsive young woman who used to work as a "tequila girl," finds herself unexpectedly appointed as the deputy mayor of the small provincial town of Lisiegorsk. Completely unfamiliar with politics and administration, she initially sees her new position as nothing more than a temporary adventure. But everything changes when the sitting mayor is suddenly hospitalized, and Katya is left to assume the responsibilities of running the town. At first, she intends to simply enjoy the perks of power without taking anything too seriously. However, as she comes face to face with the real problems of the town’s residents, crumbling infrastructure, and the indifference of local officials, Katya begins to transform. Her outlook is further influenced by a local doctor named Sergey – a sincere and principled man who helps her see life from a different perspective. Gradually, a sense of responsibility awakens in Katya. She stops being "an accident mayor" and grows into a genuine leader, determined to defend the interests of the townspeople and push for meaningful change – even if it means going against those who are used to abusing power for personal gain.
The documentary tells the story of a large-scale corruption scheme in Venezuela, connected to the government’s food aid program CLAP (Local Committees for Supply and Production), which was designed to provide food for the poorest segments of the population amid an economic crisis and hyperinflation. At the center of the investigation is businessman Alex Saab, often referred to as the "personal financier" of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Saab became a key figure in the country's food supply scheme: his companies won government contracts and were responsible for purchasing food abroad for the CLAP program. However, journalists from the Venezuelan investigative outlet Armando.info, including Roberto Deniz, discovered that behind the facade of a "humanitarian mission" lay corruption and money laundering. The food delivered through the CLAP program was often of low quality, its cost was grossly inflated, and a significant portion of the profits was funneled through offshore accounts and shell companies. The investigation revealed that Saab, using a complex network of front companies registered in various jurisdictions (Mexico, Panama, Turkey, the UAE), diverted state funds intended for food aid into the hands of individuals close to the Maduro regime – and to Maduro himself.
A documentary film that exposes one of the largest corruption schemes in modern history. The film takes an in-depth look at the operations of Unaoil, a company based in Monaco and owned by the Ahsani family, which for decades used its reputation and network of connections to manipulate tenders and bribe public officials in order to give its clients a competitive edge in the global market. Through systematic bribery of officials across the world, Unaoil funneled millions of dollars into corrupt deals, undermining economic development and fueling corruption in the affected countries. At the heart of the story is an investigation led by Australian journalist Nick McKenzie, who receives an anonymous letter from a whistleblower using the pseudonym "Figaro." The letter contains evidence that Unaoil paid multimillion-dollar bribes to senior government officials and executives of major companies in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa to secure lucrative oil sector contracts for its clients. McKenzie, along with anti-corruption activist Alexandra Wrage and prosecutor Tom Martin, launches a global investigation spanning Iraq, Monaco, Rome, London, Australia, and the United States. Together, they analyze more than 317,000 leaked documents, revealing the scale of the corruption and the involvement of some of the world’s most powerful corporations.
Doleira: A História de Nelma Kodama
The documentary tells the story of Nelma Kodama, known in Brazil as the Queen of "Car Wash" – the largest anti-corruption operation in the world. She was arrested following the capture of Alberto Youssef, Brazil’s most prominent doleiro (black-market money dealer), who was so influential that he was nicknamed the doleiro of doleiros (the money changer of money changers). In Brazil, where legal currency exchange is only permitted through official channels, Youssef found his niche serving major businessmen and industrial companies, exchanging millions of dollars at favorable rates. Nelma Kodama was Youssef’s lover and, at the same time, his money courier, transporting large sums of currency across borders. Despite her criminal activities, Nelma stood out for her sharp mind, sense of humor, charisma, and vibrant love of life – qualities that served her even in prison. There, a federal agent fell in love with her and managed to get her transferred to a safer facility, and eventually secured her release to house arrest. The film offers an unprecedented look at how a former dentist from a small town became one of the most notorious money launderers in the country, operating in a world traditionally dominated by men.
2024
Russian, English, Belarusian
Mike Lerner, Martin Herring
UK
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya never planned to enter politics – until her husband was jailed for challenging Lukashenko. She takes on the fight against an authoritarian regime, against violence, and for the freedom of her country. Officially, her opponent wins the election – but was it truly fair? Despite threats, she continues her fight for a free Belarus. With unprecedented access, this film follows her extraordinary journey from teacher to opposition leader, capturing the hopes of a nation yearning for democracy. A powerful story of courage, justice, and the fight against dictatorship.
