The Russian Human Rights Committee has leveled accusations against the team behind the Oscar-winning documentary 'A Nobody Against Putin,' claiming that they filmed children without proper consent. This comes as the first official response to the documentary, which criticizes the indoctrination of school children in Russia, highlighting the consequences of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The accusations were made public on Wednesday, marking a significant reaction from Russian authorities in the wake of the film's acclaim.

The documentary features footage captured by Pavel Talankin, a professor and cinematographer from a small town in the Ural Mountains, who documented the intensification of student indoctrination following Russia's offensive in Ukraine that commenced on February 24, 2022. Talankin reportedly fled the country with the footage he collected, which forms the backbone of the film. The film, co-directed by Talankin and American director David Borenstein, won the Oscar for Best Documentary the previous Sunday.

In response to the allegations, the Presidential Council for Human Rights in Russia announced via Telegram that they have contacted the Oscar organizing committee and the Director-General of UNESCO, urging the American Academy to take action against the filmmakers for alleged rights violations. This situation underscores the growing tensions between the Russian government and outside critics, especially regarding the portrayal of Russia's actions in Ukraine and domestic policies.