# Event Details - **Event Name**: ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 12 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 12 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: A documentary film screening discussion with filmmakers David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin, moderated by WBUR reporter Anthony Brooks.About this EventIt’s been almost four years since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a bloody full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From war-ravaged cities to devastated communities throughout the country, the conflict has shown Ukraine is forever changed. Perhaps less visible to Western audiences are the changes the war has brought to Russia. Pavel Talankin witnessed the changes firsthand at his school in the small mining town of Karabash. Then a primary school teacher and beloved mentor to students, Talankin was forced into Putin’s propaganda machine promoting state-sanctioned messages. As the school’s videographer, Talankin filmed the transformation of his students to his horror. The experience led Talankin to leave Russia to a new role as whistleblower and documentary filmmaker alongside director David Borenstein.Join us for a screening of the Sundance Film Festival award-winning documentary, “Mr. Nobody Against Putin.” Following the screening, WBUR senior reporter Anthony Brooks will moderate a discussion with Talankin and Borenstein.About “Mr. Nobody Against Putin”Pavel “Pasha” Talankin is an unlikely hero — a beloved Russian primary school teacher, known as a mentor and prankster who offers students a safe haven in his office. As Russia launches its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Talankin’s role in the school changes dramatically as he is reluctantly drawn into Putin’s propaganda machine. Forced to promote state-sanctioned messages and horrified by the transformation of his school and community, he struggles with guilt and a sense of powerlessness, leading him to become an international whistleblower.As the school’s videographer, Talankin documents intimate and revealing footage of Putin’s regime, capturing the rise of militarized children’s groups, repressive laws, fervent nationalism and the recruitment of graduating students to fight in the war. When he learns his own life may be at risk, Pasha is forced to plan a dangerous escape from Russia.Directed by David Borenstein and co-directed by Talankin, this uniquely collaborative film is as captivating and joyful as it is eye-opening and sobering. “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” showcases rare footage that reveals the profound impact of Putin’s regime on the lives of everyday Russians, particularly its children.Ways To SaveWBUR’s Legacy Circle, Murrow Society, Sustainers and Members save $5.00 on tickets to this event. 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You can get your code by emailing membership@wbur.org.Registrants may be contacted by CitySpace about this or future events. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/boston/‘mr-nobody-against-putin’-screening-and-conversation/100001977226659163 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 33.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Boston - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: WBUR CitySpace - **lat**: 42.3508575 - **long**: -71.11565709999999 - **full address**: WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/40974a36547e9ff5f284a6defc768c438e4f7c5d4c5f6467e28ce7d81fa15d24-rimg-w1200-h600-dc0b2c25-gmir.jpg?v=1765692276 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation being held? - **A:** ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation takes place on Mon, 12 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 12 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm at WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation? - **A:** Tickets for ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation are priced at USD 34 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityPremierUSD 34 + USD 4 feeAvailableGeneralUSD 23 + USD 3 feeAvailableBU Faculty and StaffUSD 18 + USD 3 feeAvailableStudentUSD 13 + USD 3 feeAvailableSupport WBUR (donation; not an event ticket)FreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation? - **A:** ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation is organized by WBUR CitySpace. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ screening and conversation is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Boston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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