HBO has released a powerful new documentary examining the long-standing and largely unresolved issue of missing children in Georgia. The film, “Kidnapped Children”, is directed by Polish journalists Martyna Wojciechowska and Jowita Baraniecka, and centers on the investigative work and public advocacy of Georgian journalist Tamuna Museridze.
The documentary delves into decades of disappearance cases involving Georgian children, many of which remain unresolved. Through firsthand testimonies from affected families, the film exposes systemic failures, institutional silence, and the absence of effective state mechanisms to investigate and address the cases. A central focus is placed on Museridze’s years-long investigation into illegal adoptions, falsified birth records, and missing newborns, as well as her role in bringing public attention to the issue through journalism and civic activism.
HBO announced that the film has already drawn significant attention across Europe, where it has been described as deeply disturbing and emotionally impactful. By combining investigative reporting with personal stories, the documentary highlights the human cost behind bureaucratic negligence and the enduring trauma experienced by families searching for their children.
“Kidnapped Children” by Wojciechowska and Baraniecka has been available for streaming on HBO Max since December 12.
