State Duma deputy Sultan Khamzaev has urged Olga Lyubimova, the Russian Minister of Culture, to craft a new support program focused on films that feature state symbols of Russia such as the coat of arms, the national anthem, and the flag. This recommendation was reported by RIA News.
According to Khamzaev, these symbols should be presented to audiences with a clear and authentic sense of patriotism. He argued that properly portraying the symbols of the homeland matters for national identity and cultural messaging.
He emphasized that filmmakers who include the state symbols in their work could gain tangible benefits. The deputy suggested that such films might receive additional support and preferential rights for broadcasting on national television, signaling a potential prioritization within government film policy.
Khamzaev asked the Ministry of Culture to consider placing the portrayal of state symbols on the list of priority issues for state film production support. He also proposed examining whether funds could be allocated from the state budget to back these efforts, outlining a pathway for sustained financing.
He noted that it can be frustrating when a good movie fails to reflect the state symbols adequately for a given event. The deputy argued that a stronger symbolic presence would help cultivate among young audiences a sense of belonging to a robust and enduring nation.
In addition, Khamzaev floated a proposal to adopt a law focused on the concept of the Russian people, signaling an interest in broader cultural and national questions beyond film production alone.
The political dialogue comes amid recent cultural events, including reports that a previous Kishlak concert in Orenburg was cancelled following protests by activists, illustrating the ongoing tensions that accompany government cultural initiatives and public response.