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Deep Dive: Where are you Bucharest? (2014)

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Where are you Bucharest?
In 'Where are you Bucharest?', filmmaker Vlad Petri captures the lives of three individuals in Bucharest, Romania, 23 years after the Romanian Revolution. The film follows a retired police officer, a dog trainer, and a political party founder as they actively participate in anti-government protests. Their stories unfold over the course of a year, highlighting their efforts to reclaim public spaces and engage in civic activities, including a Referendum against President Traian Băsescu. The documentary examines the evolution of civic engagement in Romania and raises questions about democracy and the lingering effects of the country's communist past. By focusing on personal narratives set against the backdrop of political unrest, Petri presents a nuanced view of contemporary Romanian society and its struggles for democratic expression.

Why Watch

  • •Follow protests in Bucharest against Traian Băsescu.
  • •Meet a retired police officer involved in civic activities.
  • •See how Romania's past shapes its present.

Did You Know

•The film takes place 23 years after the Romanian Revolution.
•Director Vlad Petri documents protests against President Traian Băsescu.
•The film features a retired police officer, a dog trainer, and a political party founder.

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Romanian historyCivic engagementPolitical protests