![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_card/274913/MyThoughtsAreSilent2019Still01-1024x554.jpg)
SHIFT 2023 | Ukrainian Focus
Special screening: experience, explore and show your support for the Ukrainian cinema!
Geplaatst op 28 juli 2023Join us for an evening of Ukrainian cinema: watch curated selection of captivating Ukrainian short films and a comedy feature film "My Thoughts Are Silent" and engage in a relaxed and insightful CineTalk on Ukrainian filmmaking with the participant of the Directors Village Kyrylo Zemlianyi. This special program is part of SHIFT Film Forum 2023.
Experience an event where you can explore, learn, and show your support for the Ukrainian cinematographic identity. Don't miss the opportunity to connect with fellow film enthusiasts and enjoy networking moments over refreshing drinks. We look forward to welcoming you!
SHIFT Ukrainian Focus
Short Film Competition & CineTalk
Date: Tuesday, September 12, 17.00 PM - 18.30 PM
Come and be part of our screening event showcasing the latest Ukrainian short films! You get to vote for the film that deserves the Audience Award, with a chance to win a cash prize of €100. Meanwhile, our Jury will be selecting the Best Film, which will receive €250.
More to that, we're thrilled to welcome a special guest, the talented Ukrainian director Kyrylo Zemlianyi from the Directors Village. He'll be presenting his film "Re-record" in a special screening, followed by an exciting CineTalk session! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to connect with the filmmaker and explore the world of Ukrainian cinema!
- Teatralna Station | Alina Panasenko | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 16min
- Kharkiv Music Fest Did Happen | Viacheslav Turyanytsia | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 11min
- Golden Leggings | Arkadii Nepytaliuk | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 20min
- Under The Endless Sky | Olexandra Dzhiganska | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 4min
- Almost Saint Senya| Vladislav Robsky | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 14min
Feature Film: My Thoughts Are Silent
Date: Tuesday, September 12, 20.00 PM - 22.00 PM
Antonio Lukich | Comedy | 2019 | 104' | Ukrainian with English subtitles
Synopsis: Vadym is a 25-year-old composer and sound engineer living in Kyiv who urgently needs to catch a break. A dream job comes just in time: if Vadym can record the song of a rare bird from his native Transcarpathia, he will have a shot at a better future across the Atlantic in Canada. However, things get complicated when the only driver he can find for the job is his mother. Can the two survive the trip without completely ruining their relationship? Can Vadym’s mother give up her dream of having her son married, settled, and raising a family? This quirky and touching road movie is the debut feature film by Ukrainian director Antonio Lukich.
Teatralna Station
Alina Panasenko | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 16min
Tymofii is a little pickpocket. He lives his normal life until he suddenly falls in love with the next on the lady station officer at the Teatralna station.
![Teatralna Stations](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/2-FB-UF-Teatralna.png)
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/278812/2-IG-UF-Teatralna.jpg)
Kharkiv Music Fest Did Happen
Viacheslav Turyanytsia | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 11min
Even despite the terrible events associated with Russia's military aggression against Ukraine, people continue to live showing their fortitude - For example, Kharkiv Music Fest did happen.
![Kharkiv Music Fest Did Happen](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/2-FB-UF-Kharkiv.png)
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/278811/2-IG-UF-Kharkiv.jpg)
Golden Leggings
Arkadii Nepytaliuk | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 20min
August 19, 1991. USSR. Moscow is filled with rallies, barricades and tanks. But a summer school camp on the South is living its own life.
![Golden Leggings](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/2-FB-UF-Golden.png)
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/278810/2-IG-UF-Golden.jpg)
Under The Endless Sky
Olexandra Dzhiganska | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 4min
Our memories play an important role in the construction of identity and self-awareness. Director's childhood memories have acquired a special value for me since the outbreak of the full-scale war in Ukraine, my home country. For many children, this time will become a formative memory.
![Under the Endless Sky](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/2-FB-UF-Under.png)
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/278813/2-IG-UF-Under.jpg)
Almost Saint Senya
Vladislav Robsky | fiction | Ukraine | 2022 | 14min
Short story which describes that each of us has weaknesses, against which our conscience stands. And all of us always or rarely tries to agree with it. This life dilemma is understandable and close to everyone. The film gives an opportunity to viewers to look at yourself from the side and, causing them a smile, maybe, to reconsider their relationship with conscience in something.
![Almost Saint Senya](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/2-FB-UF-Almost.png)
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/278809/2-IG-UF-Almost.jpg)
Meet the Jury
Introducing the jury members for the Ukrainian Focus Short Film Competition: Vira Markina, Sofia Khmain & Tetyana Tokmakova! Discover the captivating world of Ukrainian cinema during the Ukrainian Focus Short Film Competition! Immerse yourself in the latest Ukrainian short films and have your say in choosing the Audience Award winner. Our Jury will be selecting the Best Film.
Vira Markina
Vira Markina (Beek) born in Kyiv, earned a degree in film and television production management at the Kyiv National I. K. Karpenko-Kary Theatre, Cinema, and Television University. Presently, she works at Ukrainian film festivals, including "Kyiv Critics' Week" and the "Children KinoFest." Furthermore, Vira has gained professional experience at the film distribution company known as "Arthouse Traffic."
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/287980/IG-Jury-Vira-URF_SFF23.jpg)
Sofia Khmain
Sofia Khmain, (Heerlen) born in Kharkiv, is a psychiatrist by profession. She spent 8 years working as a lecturer at university and has dedicated 13 years to psychiatric practice. Since childhood, she has harboured a deep passion for cinematography, and this enduring fascination continues to play a significant role in her life. She maintains a keen interest in the latest developments within Ukrainian cinema and is currently working on her book and fiction screenplay.
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/287979/IG-Jury-Sofia-URF_SFF23.jpg)
Tetyana Tokmakova
Tetyana Tokmakova, (Heerlen) originally from Luhansk, holds degrees in both technical and economic fields. She served as the Deputy Director of the Culture and Recreation Park for 14 years. In Heerlen, she began her volunteer work at Alcander as a budget coach. Presently, she works in municipal shelters in the Limburg province, assisting Ukrainians as a social coordinator and translator.
![](https://cinesud.mockus.nl-ams1.upcloudobjects.com/assets/uploads/_banner/287996/IG-Jury-Tetyana-URF_SFF23.jpg)
Practical info & tickets
Date: Tuesday, September 12, 17.00 PM - 22.00 PM
Location: Royal Theater in Heerlen
- 17:00-18:30 CineTalk incl. Short film "Re-record" & Ukrainian Short Film Competition
- 18:30-20:00 Drinks
- 20:00-22:00 Feature Film: My Thoughts Are Silent
You can buy the tickets here.
Tickets:
- Ukrainian Focus Full Day Pass - €10
- CineTalk and Short Film Competition - €6
- Feature Film: My Thoughts Are Silent - €6
*Free tickets for CineSud members (registration required via [email protected])
*The screening will be held free of charge for the Ukrainian refugees who live in the Netherlands.
Квитки для змушено перемішених українців - безкоштовні. Пройдіть для реєстрації за посиланням.
The earnings from the ticket sale will be donated to support Ukraine.
Contact us.
Do you have any questions or just want to get in touch with us? Contact us by using the contact form below.