The Beginning (Начало) – LESBIAN RUSSIAN SHORT FILM (7 min) with SUBTITLES

Set in Moscow during 2012, The Beginning explores a pivotal era of self-discovery and awakening. Directed by Eleonora Zbanke and written by Milena Chernyavskaya, this evocative seven-minute short film captures the shifting landscape of female sexuality in Russia. As societal norms begin to oscillate, the protagonist, Daria, navigates this emerging environment with agency and intent. Through Dmitriy Gerasimuk’s cinematography, the narrative examines the tension between personal identity and cultural expectations. This brief yet potent cinematic work offers a glimpse into a transformative moment of liberation, highlighting the bravery involved in embracing one’s authentic desires within a complex social framework.

—————
The Beginning (“Начало”) – RUSSIAN LESBIAN SHORT FILM (7 min) with SUBTITLES