The Year of the Comet

An idyllic childhood is disrupted as rumors of a serial killer spread, families leave town, and the country begins to unravel, reflecting a society in chaos. Policemen find their authority questioned as protests fill the streets, symbolizing a loss of power and stability. Lebedev explores a falling empire through a personal lens, offering a poignant and insightful look at childhood and growing awareness in tumultuous times.