The Political and Ideological Contexts of the Family Image and Family Education in Russian Post-Soviet and Contemporary Feature Films

The research investigates the political and ideological contexts of the family image and family education in Russian post-Soviet and contemporary feature films.The transition from the Soviet era to the post-Soviet period brought significant changes in social values which were presented in the portrayal of families on screen.With the break-up of the Soviet Union and the transition to a market economy, there was a resurgence of traditional values, including a renewed emphasis on the nuclear family as a source of stability and security in an uncertain world.Overall, the ideological and cultural analyses of contemporary Russian feature films focused on the family image reveal a complex and multifaceted portrayal reflecting the ongoing evolution of Russian society and culture.These films provide insights into the tensions between tradition and modernity, individualism and collectivism, and the impact of political and social changes on family dynamics in Russia.Thus, the depiction of the family image and family education in Russian post-Soviet and contemporary feature films is shaped by a complex interplay of political, social, and ideological factors.Recently, there has been a resurgence of conservative values and an emphasis on traditional family structures as a bulwark against perceived Western influence and moral decay.This has been reflected in some Russian feature films promoting traditional gender roles and family values as essential to national identity and stability.