Hollywood Reporter • 3/5/2026

The documentary "Mr. Nobody Against Putin," directed by David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin, tells the story of a small-town Russian schoolteacher who became an international whistleblower. The film focuses on the challenges of smuggling footage out of Russia and the efforts to protect those left behind, highlighting a universal message. The documentary has received an Oscar nomination.
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