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Hungarian filmmaker Kornél Mundruczó’s latest project, The Revolution According to Kamo, has been chosen by Arte France Cinéma for co-production and pre-purchase.
Known for his critically acclaimed films “White God” and “Pieces of a Woman”, Mundruczó’s new venture delves into the early years of Joseph Stalin, offering a fresh perspective on his rise to power through the eyes of his friend and ally, Simon Arshaki Ter-Petrosyan, better known as Kamo.
Set across three decades, from 1891 to 1922, the film explores the unlikely bond between Kamo, born into a wealthy merchant family, and Stalin, who grew up in poverty. Their shared revolutionary exploits in Tiflis (modern-day Tbilisi) during a politically turbulent period form the backdrop of this story. With themes of loyalty, power, and sacrifice, the narrative aims to capture the human relationships that shaped one of history’s most infamous leaders.
The screenplay, written by Oscar-winning filmmaker Paweł Pawlikowski and Ben Hopkins, has been adapted by Kata Weber, Mundruczó’s longtime collaborator. Featuring a blend of historical drama and personal storytelling, the film promises a nuanced portrayal of Kamo’s loyalty to Stalin and the devastating consequences of their revolutionary fervor.
The Revolution According to Kamo is an international collaboration involving producers from Hungary, France, Germany, and the UK. Budapest-based Proton Cinema will play a key role in production, alongside several prominent European studios. The film will be shot primarily in Georgia in the fall of 2025, with additional scenes filmed in Hungary.
Arte France Cinéma’s decision to support the project highlights its artistic and historical significance. As part of their final selection round for 2024, they also committed to two other international films, reinforcing their reputation for championing bold, innovative storytelling.
