#WhoCanBeHappyAndFreeInRussia?

In the summer of 2014, a group of actors from the Gogol Center in Moscow and the State Academic Drama Theater named after Fedor Volkov in Yaroslavl embarked on a journey to prepare a play based on N.A. Nekrasov's poem. This documentary follows their expedition to the Yaroslavl region, where they engaged with local residents to explore the question, "Who should live well in Russia?".

The film features the artists of "The Seventh Studio," including Alexander Gorchilin, who recorded the experiences and conversations that unfolded during this research trip. The actors not only studied life in the region but also gathered documentary monologues from villagers, capturing their thoughts and perspectives on the themes presented in Nekrasov's work.

With its focus on real-life narratives intertwined with theatrical exploration, this documentary offers an insightful look into the cultural and social landscape of Russia during a pivotal moment.