Deep Dive: Putin's Patriots (2021)
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Putin's Patriots examines the loyalty of the Russian diaspora, which numbers around 30 million, in supporting Vladimir Putin's regime amid increasing international isolation. The film details how these loyalists actively defend and promote Putin's image abroad, countering critics of the Kremlin and expressing a desire for Russia to regain its former prominence on the global stage.
The documentary captures various instances of this support, including the response to protests against the jailing of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. It portrays how Russian supporters abroad engage in activities such as counter-protesting and producing pro-Putin media, illustrating the organized efforts to silence dissent and bolster the Kremlin's narrative internationally.
Why Watch
- •See how 30 million Russians support Putin abroad.
- •Meet the loyalists defending Putin's image internationally.
- •Find out about the protests against Navalny's jailing.
Did You Know
•The Russian diaspora is approximately 30 million strong.
•Supporters of Putin actively counter protestors condemning Navalny's jailing.
•Putin aims for Russia to reclaim its former glory on the world stage.
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Russian politicsInternational relationsPolitical activism