Primitif Studios Captures Ukrainian Stories of War in Carpathians
Date: 2023-11-30 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: CULTURE
In the Kalush community of the Carpathian region, Primitif Studios is bringing to life the stories of Ukrainians who had to abandon their homes amidst the turmoil of war. The Mayor of Kalush, Andriy Naida, shared this development on Facebook, emphasizing the profound impact these Ukrainian narratives had on the French filmmakers.
Exploring Local Heroes' Alley:
While choosing filming locations, the director, Sloni Sou, discovered the Heroes' Alley in Kalush. The heartfelt tribute to fallen soldiers deeply moved Sou, who is currently capturing scenes for the film in this community.
A Cinematic Journey:
The film's narrative, according to Sou, transcends the theme of war itself, focusing on the journey of war refugees—individuals who have lost their roots due to the necessity of fleeing their homeland. The protagonists of the film are in constant motion, traveling from Paris to Ukraine.
Ukraine's Impact on Filmmakers:
The filming crew has already visited Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Romania, but it is in Ukraine that the sincerity of its people and their struggle for European values has left the most profound impression on the French filmmakers. The project is set to wrap up in the spring of the following year.
Hope for Cannes Film Festival:
Sou expressed hopes of presenting the completed film at the Cannes Film Festival. This endeavor follows Primitif Studios' previous release, a short film titled "Destiny," presented at the Ukrainian pavilion during the Cannes Film Festival in 2022.
Exploring Local Heroes' Alley:
While choosing filming locations, the director, Sloni Sou, discovered the Heroes' Alley in Kalush. The heartfelt tribute to fallen soldiers deeply moved Sou, who is currently capturing scenes for the film in this community.
A Cinematic Journey:
The film's narrative, according to Sou, transcends the theme of war itself, focusing on the journey of war refugees—individuals who have lost their roots due to the necessity of fleeing their homeland. The protagonists of the film are in constant motion, traveling from Paris to Ukraine.
Ukraine's Impact on Filmmakers:
The filming crew has already visited Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Romania, but it is in Ukraine that the sincerity of its people and their struggle for European values has left the most profound impression on the French filmmakers. The project is set to wrap up in the spring of the following year.
Hope for Cannes Film Festival:
Sou expressed hopes of presenting the completed film at the Cannes Film Festival. This endeavor follows Primitif Studios' previous release, a short film titled "Destiny," presented at the Ukrainian pavilion during the Cannes Film Festival in 2022.
