On February 12, 1990, crowds gather in Bulgaria for the launch of 'Democracy', a new daily newspaper from the Union of Democratic Forces (SDS/СДС). Filmmaker Atanas Kiryakov captures the moment as the first issue rolls off the press. The documentary shows the excitement and challenges faced while establishing an independent press in a post-communist society. It presents a crucial moment in Bulgaria's shift towards democratic governance. Petko Simeonov and Yordan Vasilev feature in the film.

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See the launch of Bulgaria's first independent newspaper.
Meet key figures like Petko Simeonov and Yordan Vasilev.
Find out how a free press emerged in post-communist Bulgaria.

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The first issue of 'Democracy' was published on February 12, 1990.
The documentary has a runtime of 16 minutes.
Atanas Kiryakov is the director of this documentary.

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Bulgaria's political historyIndependent journalismPost-communist transitions

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When was the first issue of the newspaper 'Democracy' published in Bulgaria?

The first issue of 'Democracy' was published on February 12, 1990.

Who directed the documentary about the establishment of the independent press in Bulgaria?

The documentary was directed by Atanas Kiryakov.

What significant event does the documentary capture regarding Bulgaria's transition to democracy?

The documentary captures the excitement of crowds gathering to purchase the first issue of 'Democracy', marking a significant moment in Bulgaria's transition to democracy.

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