We have not lived in vain

This film is a Polish-Belarusian production telling the story of the protests that erupted in Belarus through the eyes of LGBT activists. Olya, Zhenya, and Sveta tell what it is like to be LGBT+ people and fight for equal rights in the country where the revolution is taking place.

LGBT+ people face violence and abuse when arrested, but often also misunderstandings at the marches themselves. "Why are you here? This is not your protest! " – hear in response to rainbow flags in Minsk.

Personal stories of queer people who got a chance to be heard.

  • Nick Antipov
    Director
  • Bart Staszewski
    Director
  • Siarhei Tkach
    Operator
    Camera Operator
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Мы были на своем месте
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Genres:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    21 minutes 41 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 17, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Belarus
  • Country of Filming:
    Belarus
  • Language:
    Belarusian, Russian
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, 50M, Canon 70D
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director - Nick Antipov, Bart Staszewski