Docudays UA
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The brutal butterflies of war
UKRAINE: Through a captivating blend of visual materials and individual testimonies, Iron Butterflies presents an unflinching examination of the MH17 tragedy, exposing the devastating toll it took on lives and the profound implications it carries for our present era.
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Festival Report: Docudays UA 2023
DOCUDAYS UA: For the 20th film festival, Modern Times Review travelled to Kyiv, Ukraine from Bucharest, Romania.
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Docudays UA 2023: the complete winners
The 20th edition of the #Docudays UA# International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival has recently concluded, announcing its list of winners. This significant event marked a jubilee for the festival, celebrating outstanding films that shed light on #human rights#, #ethics, and #social issues# with a unique artistic vision. The festival doesn’t stop at the announcement…
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Docudays UA announces 2023 DOCU/WORLD International selections
The #Docudays UA# DOCU/WORLD international program at this year’s festival guide brings together a diverse selection of films from around the world. Each film offers a unique perspective on the human experience, captured through the lens of talented directors. In We Will Not Fade Away, we are introduced to five teenagers living near the frontline…
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«Digital images of war and violence surround us, which can desensitise us and impact our future vision»
DOCUDAYS UA: Program Director Yuliia Kovalenko on the current situation in Kyiv, the necessary adjustments to programming a festival during wartime, the role of Program Director amongst the wider team, and more.
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Docudays UA DOCU/SHORT UA explores Ukraine’s shared narrative through short film
This year’s #Docudays UA# DOCU/SHORT selection process took a unique approach, focusing on stories that needed to be told from abroad alongside films made by Ukrainian artists. The short film competition programme serves as a response to the pain felt by everyone in #Ukraine. It delves into the everyday lives overwhelmed by questions, the search…
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Docudays UA looks at images of the past with 2023 DOCU/UKRAINE selections
Docudays UA 2023 (2 – 8) June presents a captivating reflection on the interplay between the past and the future. In this year’s national competition, DOCU/UKRAINE, a selection of thought-provoking films, explores recent history, offering profound insights into our collective journey. Mstyslav Chernov’s 20 Days in Mariupol fearlessly captures the essence of war, preserving the…
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Growing up under the approaching storm clouds of war
UKRAINE: The lives of ordinary teenagers in Ukraine's Donbas region as they navigate adolescence, dreams, and the devastating impact of conflict on their futures.
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While the Green Grass Grows
LIFE: A unique and personal cinematic exploration of the flow of rivers and lives, including the passing of his parents and global questions.