Writer-director Uta Beria's new film, ‘Tear Gas,’ was shot directly within the ongoing anti-government protests in Georgia. The movie premiered at Locarno and is being described by its creator as “an act of resistance.”
The film’s creation presented significant challenges due to the volatile environment of the protests themselves. Writer-director Uta Beria discussed both the inspiration behind the project and the difficulties encountered during filming.
Beria frames ‘Tear Gas’ not merely as a cinematic work, but as a direct response to the political climate. According to the Hollywood Reporter, he views it as “an act of resistance,” emphasizing the importance of defending freedom of expression even in the face of potential repercussions. The source does not detail the specific plot or narrative of ‘Tear Gas’ beyond its setting within the protests.
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