Ukraïner. The Movie (2019)

Mavka, a water nymph, loves Lukash, a country youth. Their brief happiness ends when Lukash is forced to marry the shrewish Kilina. The Spirit of the Forest turns Lukash into a wolf as punishment for his infidelity. The strength of Mavka's love breaks the spell, but Kilina curses the nymph, transforming her into a weeping willow. This beautiful and tragic story is based on a play written in 1912 by Lesya Ukrainka, a Ukrainian poet, writer and political, civil and female activist, and includes mythological characters taken from Ukrainian folklore.

The film-remembrance of the creative fate of the Ukrainian Soviet film director Alexander Dovzhenko, shot on his diaries. It has his statements about his work, about the role of the artist in society, his plans and sources of inspiration, his artistic style and the peculiarities of his worldview. Used excerpts from his films and documentary footage taken during the director's life, as well as filmed fragments of the unfinished scripts " The Death of the Gods” and “Tsar”.

There is a rumor in the Kyiv musical community: once upon a time, in private conversation, Queen Elizabeth II mentioned Valentyn Silvestrov as one of her favorite composers of the modern age. The Royal Press Office hasn’t confirmed it, so no one knows for sure. But the stature of Silvestrov justifies this rumor. Highly respected by the world’s best music professionals, he remains a mystery for a wide audience. The documentary is far from a traditional biopic about a prominent person. It is an observation, a confession and, most of all, a story of great talent set against the backdrop of uncertain times.

The little-known story of Ukrainian children torn from their homes in the crush between the Nazi and Soviet fronts in World War II. Spending their childhood as refugees in Europe, these inspiring individuals later immigrated to the United States, creating new homes and communities through their grit, faith and deep belief in the importance of preserving culture.

Documentary offers a look at the historical development, establishment and artistic transformations of the Ukrainian Circus as a cultural phenomenon of the 20 century.

The early 70s is a golden epoch of our popular music. Hundreds of songs of exquisite beauty. Groundbreaking sound. Futuristic suits. How and whence could all of this emerge in a Soviet socialist republic? How did a brand new music scene, original in sound and philosophy in every way, and at the same time absolutely in sync with global music trends come forth? They weren't that fond of the Soviet label «VIA». And since neither of us is fond of this acronym, let us rechristen this music.

Full-length documentary about wedding customs and rites from different parts of Ukraine. This film will immerse the viewer in the world of rich, striking and diverse wedding culture of 8 regions of the country: Kyiv, Cherkasy, Chernihiv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Zakarpattia, Kharkiv, Rivne and Chernivtsi.

The first documentary about vyshyvankas (Ukrainian embroidered shirts). Everyone has their own vyshyvanka. But there is one most valuable for everyone.

The story of the everyday life of one of the most unknown countries on the European continent. The film tells the stories of heroes from different parts of Ukraine, their life and life, crafts and art, interesting initiatives and culture. The characters of this film are not interconnected, their worlds are different, however, this difference unites the country.

"LIDA" takes place on the day of Lida's 70th birthday. This already special day is made more unusual by the recent arrival of her grandson, Lev, who had immigrated to the United States with his family in 2001. Returning to Ukraine for the first time as an adult, Lev documents his grandmother as she tends to the small homestead and prepares for the birthday celebration in the rural village in Ukraine. By capturing moments of arduous labor, as well as through personal conversation, Lev inquires into his grandmothers relationship to her home, land - and their family.

A full, bright, and inspiring documentary about folk weaving as a part of the Ukrainian cultural heritage. “Weaving Way” is a story about Ukrainian identity, understood through the aesthetics of various weaving products and their use in rituals. The tape consists of 8 episodes, each of which tells about a variety of folk weaving (“Polotno”, “Rushnyk”, “Namitka”, “Plakhta and obhortka”, “Kraika”, “Lizhnik”, “Gunia”, “Kylym”).

Documentário conta a história de três jovens condenados por um crime que não cometeram e a luta para provar que a Justiça também pode errar.

Lutadores, atletas, atores e diretores falam sobre a extraordinária história de vida de Bruce Lee. Ele é universalmente conhecido como o pioneiro que levou as artes marciais no cinema a um outro nível.

A história do making of da Trilogia é tão épica e dramática quanto os próprios filmes. Venha para trás das câmeras e participe da trajetória desde as primeiras versões do roteiro até o lançamento de sucesso dos filmes que mudaram o mundo cinematográfico definitivamente. No documentário mais abrangente de todos os tempos sobre a produção de filmes. explore a criação desta saga, incluindo as dificuldades que George Lucas e sua equipe tiveram que enfrentar para criar a série que poucos acreditavam que poderia ser terminada.

Imagens inéditas, entrevistas, fotos e vídeos de performances que contam a vida de Michael Jackson. Diversos relatos de histórias públicas e privadas são expostos pelas pessoas que mais o conheceram. Entrevistas com a mãe Katherine, com os irmãos Tito e Rebbie Jackson, e também com amigos íntimos da estrela. Eles contam sobre a vida de MJ, e falam principalmente dos altos e baixos da sua carreira.

A vida e a morte de Timothy Treadwell, ecologista e especialista em ursos. Por 13 verões consecutivos Treadwell foi para o Alasca viver desarmado entre esses animais. Nas últimas 5 vezes ele documentou sua viagem com uma câmera. Em outubro de 2003 os restos mortais de Treadwell e de sua namorada Amie Huguenard foram encontrados pelo piloto que deveria trazê-los de volta. O casal fora devorado por um urso, o primeiro caso registrado de ataque naquele campo. Herzog utiliza as filmagens de Treadwell para explorar sua personalidade e levantar questões sobre a difícil relação entre homem e natureza.

A behind-the-scenes retrospective made for the twenty-fifth anniversary of the classic horror film, The Exorcist. Includes interviews with Linda Blair and the other stars of the film, along with commentary from the director and writer on some of the deeper meanings behind the elements they used to terrify their audiences, and previously unreleased footage including make-up tests and deleted scenes.

Katy Perry é a prova viva de que se for você mesma, você pode ser tudo o que quiser! Veja de perto a verdadeira Katy Perry e descubra como uma garota normal da Califórnia, com sonhos de grandeza, se tornou uma das maiores estrelas do mundo. Incluindo conteúdo inédito, com apresentações completas, entrevistas de bastidores e momentos pessoais, este “inegavelmente irresistível” filme é sua chance de ver o sonho de adolescente de Katy Perry se tornar realidade.

Samsara se apresenta como uma meditação guiada não-verbal que trasformará os espectadores em todos os países do mundo conforme eles são carregados através da jornada da alma. Com poderosas imagens fotografadas cuidadosamente em 70mm e uma trilha sonora dinâmica, o filme ilumina as conexões entre a humanidade e o resto da natureza, mostrando como nossos ciclos de vida espelham o ritmo do planeta.