How to Save a Dead Friend

"How to Save a Dead Friend" is a documentary that follows 16-year-old Marusya Syroechkovskaya as she navigates the challenges of her youth in "depressed Russia," including suicidal thoughts and social conditioning under an autocratic regime. Throughout the film, Marusya finds solace with her friend Kimi, played by Kirill Morev. The documentary is a tribute to a silenced generation, capturing the euphoria and anxiety of young people growing up in this difficult time.