How the Kremlin Spreads Its Propaganda Worldwide Through Cinema
A delegation from russia’s ministry of culture held a series of meetings in China to discuss prospects for joint film production. russian filmmakers presented more than 10 co-production projects. Deputy minister of culture andrei malyshev claimed that Chinese films are popular in russia, and that russian films allegedly enjoy success in China.
▫️ The russian authorities have taken full control of the film industry and turned it into a powerful propaganda tool. By deepening cooperation with China, russia aims to increase the presence of its films in the international market—particularly in Global South countries—by leveraging Chinese distribution channels.
For the kremlin, cinema is a soft power instrument used to spread propaganda abroad. It is one of the key methods for shaping global public opinion in russia’s favor, justifying its aggression against Ukraine, and promoting anti-Western narratives.
