Los rusos (2026)

In 2023, thousands of Russians flocked to Buenos Aires, fleeing the fallout of the Ukraine war. Their ranks include expectant mothers hoping to grant their newborns Argentine passports, draft-dodging men, LGBTQ+ individuals craving the liberty to live authentically, and a professional choir striving to rebuild their lives abroad. Settling into exile, they cherish Argentina’s open-minded culture, robust human rights protections, and tuition-free healthcare and schooling. Yet, the rise of Javier Milei to the presidency looms as a wildcard, threatening both their newfound haven and the nation’s trajectory.