In June 2013, the Russian Duma passes a new anti-gay bill. What’s it like to live in a country of ideological extremes, with a government that fuels the already prevalent homophobia with a new law? While a military parade outside celebrates the victory of the Great Patriotic War, the film-maker sits on a sofa behind closed curtains and talks to gay and lesbian couples. Despite the resentment, the couples talk about themselves, their sexuality, their families and friends.

Film programme Life’s a Bitch