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To Russia with Love

A heated debate in Russia surrounding a new law criminalizing promotion of same-sex relationships to minors overshadowed the Sochi Olympics, leaving gay athletes in a difficult position.

As the Sochi Olympics approached, a Russian law banning the promotion of non-traditional sexual relationships to minors sparked a dilemma for gay athletes: to stand in solidarity with their Russian peers or compete in silence.

Info about To Russia with Love

Studio(s): Little Punk, Public Studio

Originally Released: United States, Oct 19, 2014

Production Countries: Russia, United States

Budget: $600,000.00

Genres:Documentary, Sport