“Italy plans to show Russian propaganda films about Maidan and Donbas Two Russian propaganda films “Maidan, Road to War” and “Children of Donbas” are scheduled to be shown in Italy in January-February 2025. State Cinema of Ukraine appealed to the embassy with a request to prevent screenings.”, — write on: unn.ua
“The State Film Agency of Ukraine expresses concern about the planned screenings of the Russian-produced propaganda films “Maidan, la strada verso la guerra” and “Children of the Donbass” (“I bambini del Donbass”) in various cities of Italy during January-February 2025,” the message reads.
DerzhKino argues that the film “Maidan, the road to war” was created by the state-owned Russian propaganda channel Russia Today, which casts doubt on the objectivity of the events presented.
Also, the film “Children of Donbas” uses emotional influence with sensitive topics, and there is manipulation with the distortion of the real situation.
In addition, the organization “Donbass Italia”, which is known for the distribution of other propaganda materials, is engaged in distribution.
“These films may contain distorted information about the events of the Revolution of Dignity and the Russian-Ukrainian war. Their demonstration at cultural venues in Italy during the full-scale war in Ukraine may contribute to disinformation and manipulation of public opinion,” states DerzhKino.
It is reported that Derzhkino appealed to the Embassy of Ukraine in the Republic of Italy with a request to take measures to prevent the screening of these films.
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