SYNOPSIS:

Moscow, 2002: halfway through Putin’s first official term as president. After he brutally crushes a rebellion in the territory of Chechnya, a group of Chechen insurgents hijack a blockbuster musical and take the entire audience of nearly 800 people—including the playwright—hostage. Based on the real events of the Dubrovka Theater hostage crisis, “We declare you a terrorist…” follows the playwright as he comes to terms with that tragic night at the theatre.

Directed by Ryan Rilette & Jared Mezzocchi

Featuring Cody Nickell, Elliot Bales, Bekah Zornosa, Ava Eisenson