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The film 'Risk Group' addresses the AIDS epidemic in the USSR during the late 1980s. It presents the perspective of individuals classified as part of a 'risk group' by Soviet authorities, including drug addicts, prostitutes, and homosexuals. These individuals share their experiences and the societal stigma they face, highlighting the moral and ethical dilemmas posed by the AIDS crisis in a country that prides itself on rejecting moral vices.
Through personal testimonies, the film reveals the scale of the risk group and the impact of the AIDS disease on Soviet society. It challenges the prevailing attitudes of the time and provides a platform for voices that were often marginalized. The documentary serves as a critical examination of how the AIDS epidemic intersects with issues of morality and public health in the context of the USSR.
Why Watch
- •Meet individuals labeled as a 'risk group' in the USSR.
- •Find out how AIDS affected Soviet moral values.
- •See firsthand accounts of life during the AIDS epidemic.
Did You Know
•The film was released in 1987, during the peak of the AIDS crisis.
•It features personal accounts from members of the 'risk group' in the USSR.
•The documentary runs for a total of 58 minutes.
Perfect For
Soviet history enthusiastsPublic health studiesLGBTQ+ history