For a captivating documentary with a remarkable story. For the filmmaker's ongoing commitment over 14 years to the dwellers of Moscow's rubbish dumps. For the special access we are allowed to the protagonists. For the striking images. For placing the audience within the political and social context of Russian society. For incorporating many layers in one piece of art.
Jury Statement: "At a time when human rights are scorned, we have decided to reward the work of a filmmaker who got involved during 14 years in the denunciation of the reality of human beings ignored by a government supposed to respect their rights. The film's impressive images show the pathetic living conditions of the inhabitants of a Moscow public landfill. "
