Complicity

About This Movie

Complicity (2018) dives into the emotional world of Nastya and her fellow inmates, showcasing the raw, often harsh realities of life in a correctional colony for young girls. The film presents a haunting atmosphere, blending candid interviews and fly-on-the-wall footage that draw you into their struggles and dreams. Pacing is deliberate, allowing you to sit with the weight of their stories, making it feel almost like a strange form of intimacy. The performances are striking — unforced, genuine. You get a sense of the complex interplay between guilt, hope, and the desire for freedom. It’s a distinctive piece that offers a nuanced look at resilience amidst confinement, definitely stands apart in the documentary landscape.

Intimate storytelling through personal journeysStriking performances by the young girlsExplores themes of guilt and hope