A Screen Portrait of Ukraine: 12 Film Directors of the 21st Century

The awareness of the importance of Ukrainian cinema came with the reality of the Russian-Ukrainian war.
Cinema has always been—and remains—a reflection of national identity, a means of understanding national history and the present, and, in times of war, an important tool for documenting the crimes committed by Russia on our land.

This book features creative profiles of Ukrainian film directors from different generations, whose works have earned recognition and awards at both national and international film festivals. A significant part of their filmography is dedicated to urgent topics such as Russian aggression, the consequences of the annexation of Crimea and the war in Donbas, captivity, the search for loved ones in occupied territories, and life in the frontline zone.

The publication is intended for a wide audience interested in the modern history of Ukrainian cinema, current developments in the national film industry, and its role in society.

Volume: 288 pages. Hardcover.