Is It Easy to Be Young?

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Is It Easy to Be Young?

1986

1h 25m

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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.

Joshua Polanski

Boston Hassle

02/28/2025

A staple in Baltic cinema.

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Juris Podnieks

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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.

Director: Juris Podnieks
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 25m