Dau. Katya Tanya -

Other notable episodes include "New York" and "Kharkov," both of which feature Katya and Tanya in leading roles. These episodes have been praised for their nuanced portrayals of life in Russia and Ukraine, offering a glimpse into the cultures and experiences of these countries.

Warning: Contains pervasive psychological abuse, coercive control, and non-simulated emotional distress. DAU. Katya Tanya

DAU. Katya Tanya (2020) is a divisive, 103-minute entry in Ilya Khrzhanovskiy's massive and controversial DAU project . Unlike the more brutal and visceral installments like Natasha , this film leans toward a melancholic, psychological melodrama focused on lesbian romance and female subjectivity under Soviet totalitarianism. Other notable episodes include "New York" and "Kharkov,"

Their relationship becomes the target of the "First Department," the state security services. In the Soviet context of the film, their bond is deemed "unacceptable," leading to a harsh intervention by the authorities. Themes and Cinematic Style Their relationship becomes the target of the "First