Medvedev Calls for Films About Russia’s Northern Military District

In recent remarks, the deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, Dmitry Medvedev, urged Russian filmmakers to pivot toward producing films that illuminate the Northern Military District. Speaking on Telegram in the wake of the Academy Awards ceremony, he outlined a vision for a burst of cinema that reflects the realities of northern military life and the people who serve there. Medvedev’s message was clear: the national film industry should not shy away from tough, historically grounded material that can connect with audiences both at home and abroad. He framed this as a strategic step for Russia’s cinematic landscape, one that complements ongoing improvements in scriptwriting, direction, and acting while emphasizing a more authentic depiction of war and its human dimensions.