Leaving Lenin

The film follows seven teenagers and three teachers from a Welsh school as they embark on a journey to Russia. Their trip takes an unexpected turn when the students are separated from their teachers on an overnight sleeper train to St Petersburg. This separation provides the teens with the opportunity to explore their identities and experiences in a foreign land.

Leaving Lenin offers a unique take on the coming-of-age genre, blending humor with insightful moments of growth. The film features a cast that includes Sharon Morgan, Ifan Huw Dafydd, and others, providing a varied perspective on the teenage experience. Collectors of drama and comedy films from the 1990s may find this film particularly appealing due to its exploration of youth and discovery in an international context.