Navalny: The Documentary Film
"Navalny" is a 2022 documentary that follows the events surrounding the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. On August 20th, 2020, Navalny was poisoned and hospitalized in serious condition. The film reveals the investigation that followed, showing how journalists and Navalny's supporters uncovered evidence of Vladimir Putin's involvement.
The film has been widely praised by critics, with a 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It won the Audience Award and Festival Favorite Award at the Sundance Film Festival, and the Best Documentary Feature at the Academy Awards. The documentary provides a gripping and thought-provoking look at the dangers of authoritarianism and the resilience of those who fight against it. It highlights the bravery of Navalny and his team and sheds light on the ongoing struggle for democracy in Russia.