My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile
Synopsis
A group of Russian independent journalists flee the country and navigate life in exile after the invasion of Ukraine, focusing on their dispersed lives and ongoing struggle for truth across different nations. While Part I documented their lives in Moscow facing mounting pressure from the Putin regime, Part II chronicles their forced displacement and new realities in various countries, continuing their mission against authoritarianism.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-14
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Shanghai
Festival / Special Debut
October 9, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Julia Loktev
- Screenplay & Story
- Julia Loktev
- Original Title
- My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 5h 55m
- Production Studios
- Ford Foundation / JustFilms, Catapult Film Fund, Jewish Story Partners, Marminchilla
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Julia Loktev
Julia Loktev
Julia Loktev
Julia Loktev, Michael Taylor
Julia Loktev, Laura Poitras, Meryl Streep, Dan Janvey, Zach Zuckerman
Department Leadership Roster
Julia Loktev
Director
Julia Loktev
Writer
Julia Loktev
Editor
Julia Loktev
Producer
Julia Loktev
Director of Photography
Michael Taylor
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What is My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile about?
A group of Russian independent journalists flee the country and navigate life in exile after the invasion of Ukraine, focusing on their dispersed lives and ongoing struggle for truth across different nations. While Part I documented their lives in Moscow facing mounting pressure from the Putin regime, Part II chronicles their forced displacement and new realities in various countries, continuing their mission against authoritarianism.
Who directed My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile?
My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile was directed by Julia Loktev.
Who stars in My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile?
The principal cast of My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile includes Anna Nemzer, Valeria Ratnikova, Ksenia Mironova, Alesya Marokhovskaya, Irina Dolinina.
When was My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile released and how long is it?
My Undesirable Friends: Part II - Exile was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 5h 55m.