Russian gangsters

American photographer Bruce Gilden spent two weeks with ordinary russians in a small provincial town near Yekaterinburg. According to Bruce, this area is populated by former criminals, drug addicts and “lost people”.

Bruce wanted to document everyday life of the local gangsters. He gained the confidence by buying them food and, of course alcohol. “They all live in the dark decaying village communities. The basis of their life — vodka and violence “- he says.

For more of his photo projects visit the author’s website.