Soviet satire

Soviet satire was a form of humor and critique that emerged during the Soviet Union, often using irony, exaggeration, and absurdity to comment on social and political issues. Writers, artists, and filmmakers used satire to highlight the shortcomings of the government, bureaucratic inefficiencies, and the struggles of everyday life under a totalitarian regime. While direct criticism could be dangerous, satire allowed creators to subtly challenge authority and reflect public sentiment, often employing allegory and metaphor to bypass censorship. This tradition became an important cultural tool for resilience and expression within oppressive constraints.