by The Russian Club of Wellington, with the support of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in New Zealand, invites you to a screening of “Left Off the Lists” — a new adaptation of Boris Vasilyev’s novella, created for the 80th anniversary of the WWII Victory.
The film takes viewers into the first hours of the Great Patriotic War and follows Lieutenant Nikolai Pluzhnikov, who arrives in Brest on 21 June 1941, unaware that peaceful life will end at dawn the next day. Before he can assume his post or even be entered into the personnel lists, he witnesses a sudden artillery strike and joins the battle that will determine his fate.
The film combines historical accuracy, psychological depth, and a respectful tribute to the defenders of the Brest Fortress.
The film is shown in Russian with English subtitles.
Date: 31 May 2026
Time: 14:30
Venue: Newtown Community Centre
Corner of Colombo & Rintoul Streets, Newtown
Admission is free.
Voluntary donations are welcome and support the cultural initiatives of the Russian Club.
After the screening, there will be an informal reception and discussion.
You are welcome to bring a favourite homemade dish or drink to share — a great opportunity to meet people and enjoy a warm, friendly atmosphere.
This screening is part of the cultural programme of the Russian Club of Wellington and is open to Russian‑speaking community members as well as all New Zealanders interested in Russian culture. The film offers a chance to explore Russian literature and cinema and simply spend time together in a welcoming setting.
Contact:
wellingtonrussianclub@gmail.com
