The Winning Generation (2026)
The Winning Generation is a documentary filmed over 12 years, following Shahen Harutyunyan from a 14-year-old activist to an emerging political leader. Carrying the legacy of his father and grandfather in Armenia's long struggle for independence, he transforms their tradition of resistance into a new democratic vision. As Armenia navigates political instability and strong Russian influence, Shahen seeks to forge his own path while redefining what a new generation's fight for freedom could look like.
Director: Marco de Stefanis
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Shahen Harutyunyan as Self |
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Shant Harutyunyan as Self |
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Ruzanna Badalyan as Self |
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Shahen Harutyunyan Sr. as Self |
| Directing | Marco de Stefanis | Director |
| Production | Joram Willinik | Producer |
| Production | Alessandro Carroli | Co-Producer |
| Production | Zelia Zbogar | Co-Producer |
| Writing | Esther van Driesum | Creative Producer |
| Writing | Marco de Stefanis | Writer |
| Camera | Armen Baghinyan | Director of Photography |
| Crew | G.U.P. Alcaro | Compositor |
| Crew | Paolo Spaccamonti | Compositor |
| Editing | Ruben van der Hammen | Editor |