"This isn't about Shevchuk—it's a film about Russia": DDT has released a trailer for a documentary project about the country's history through the eyes of the rock musician.
Official trailer for the documentary Sergey Kuznetsov "DDTTXXVEK" has been released on the band's YouTube channel. The project is based on DDT's most poignant, socially charged, and dramatic compositions, reflecting on the era of stagnation, perestroika, and the turbulent 90s.
“At that time, the country was going through another turning point in its history, which was reflected in the work of many domestic rock bands of that time,” he explained. Yury Shevchuk"For those interested in the tragic pages of our history, this film will help them immerse themselves in a sensory picture of what is happening to our country."
The film's aesthetic is inspired by the 90s. To capture the spirit of that challenging time, the creators employed an unusual combination of techniques: combining documentary footage, featurettes, original photo collages, and animation.
"This film isn't about Shevchuk, nor about DDT—it's about Russia," the creators promise. "I hope the viewer will break through the intertwined artistic and plot lines and leave something in the recesses of their subconscious and immortal soul," Shevchuk addressed the audience.
"DDTTXXVEK" isn't the first attempt to understand Russian history through the rock movement. In 2002, another documentary, co-produced with the band DDT, was released: "Time of DDT." It was based on unique and rare video footage, as well as in-depth interviews with musicians from various lineups. Mikhail Chernov, Vadim Kurylev and participants of the Ufa period.
The new film "DDТXXVEK" picks up the baton of memory, but offers viewers a completely different approach. Special screenings of the project will be held in June in Tallinn, Barcelona, Berlin, and Prague. The film's online release date will be announced later.
In the meantime, together with #notradio_NotMoscow, we invite you to watch DDT Timeto immerse yourself in Russian history, and Pavel Selin's atmospheric documentary "Yura the Musician," which captures behind-the-scenes footage of concerts, album production, rehearsals, and performances in front of thousands.
