XV Festival of historical films Veche will be held in Veliky Novgorod in October 14 - 18, 2021.

The festival draws attention to the heroic past of Russia, it contributes to patriotic and moral education of youth. It is a great cultural event for the residents of the city and its visitors.

The programme of the festival includes premiere and retro screenings of feature and documentary films, meetings with famous directors and actors.

The honorary president of the festival is Svetlana Druzhinina.

The main prize of the festival is the bell "Millennium of Russia", which is awarded to the winners of the festival in the following categories:

• Best movie
• Best Screenplay
• Best Composer
• Best Director
• Best Cinematography
• Best Actor
• Best Actress
• Best Debut
• Best Documentary