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Is It Easy to Be Young?

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This controversial documentary examines the lives of several young people growing up under Soviet rule. Their desires, fears and struggles with the adults in their communist society come to light. Besides facing the universal conflicts that plague all teenagers, these youths must also learn to live with religious and social oppression and the fear of nuclear conflict. When some of the teenagers become rebellious, they draw unwanted attention from those around them, risking severe punishment.

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Synopsis This controversial documentary examines the lives of several young people growing up under Soviet rule. Their desires, fears and struggles with the adults in their communist society come to light. Besides facing the universal conflicts that plague all teenagers, these youths must also learn to live with religious and social oppression and the fear of nuclear conflict. When some of the teenagers become rebellious, they draw unwanted attention from those around them, risking severe punishment.
Director
Juris Podnieks
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 25m