The Winning
Generation
Filmed over 12 years, a 14-year-old Armenian activist grows into a rising political leader, carrying the weight of his father’s and grandfather’s resistance while fighting to reshape Armenia’s democratic future and counter Russian influence.
Director Marco De Stefanis Editor Ruben van der Hammen Produced by Alessandro Carroli, Esther van Driesum, Joram Willink Original Music Paolo Spaccamonti, Gup Alcaro Production Bind Film, EIE film
Country Netherlans, Italy Running time 90′ Year 2025
Premiere Movies That Matters Film Festival 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.