A Lesson of Belorussian (2006)

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A documentary about young activists who never give up believing that Belarus will one day be free. Franek Viacorka studies at an elite school established by his father to promote the Belarusian language. However, the school has been banned and operating underground since 2003, a victim of the anti-democratic rule of President Alexander Lukashenko. Franek and his classmates are both passionate and thoughtful, expressing their critical attitude to the government by issuing an underground newspaper, recording music with activist lyrics and organizing an opposition concert.

Director: Mirosław Dembiński
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
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Screenplay

Editing: Mirosław Dembiński
Production: Studio Filmowe Everest, Telewizja Polska
Country: Belarus, Poland
Language: беларуская мова, Polski
Original Language: pl

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More Films by Director: Mirosław Dembiński
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Lesson of Belorussian about?
A documentary about young activists who never give up believing that Belarus will one day be free. Franek Viacorka studies at an elite school established by his father to promote the Belarusian language. However, the school has been banned and operating underground since 2003, a victim of the anti-democratic rule of President Alexander Lukashenko. Franek and his classmates are both passionate and thoughtful, expressing their critical attitude to the government by issuing an underground newspaper, recording music with activist lyrics and organizing an opposition concert.
Who directed A Lesson of Belorussian?
A Lesson of Belorussian was directed by Mirosław Dembiński.
Who stars in A Lesson of Belorussian?
A Lesson of Belorussian stars Franak Viačorka, Alaksandar Milinkevic.
How long is A Lesson of Belorussian?
A Lesson of Belorussian has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
What genre is A Lesson of Belorussian?
A Lesson of Belorussian is a Documentary film.
Where was A Lesson of Belorussian produced?
A Lesson of Belorussian was produced in Belarus, Poland.