Pavel Talankin

Pavel Talankin is a Russian teacher and videographer who worked as a school events coordinator. He gained international attention for his role in creating the documentary "Mr. Nobody Against Putin." The film documents the indoctrination of primary school pupils in Russia to support the invasion of Ukraine. Talankin, now in exile in Europe, filmed the changes to the curriculum, capturing how students were being molded into patriotic soldiers. The documentary's recent Oscar win for Best Documentary has brought Talankin's work and the issue of Russian propaganda to the forefront. Despite the film's success, it has been largely ignored by Russian state media. The film's relevance lies in its exposure of the methods used to shape the next generation's views on the war and patriotism, highlighting the potential consequences of state-sponsored indoctrination. Some parents have reportedly threatened Talankin for his actions.