
The Documentary Podcast Filmmaker Iryna Tsilyk: Animating Ukraine’s War
Dec 4, 2023
Filmmaker Iryna Tsilyk, known for documenting lives on the frontline in East Ukraine, discusses her decision to create an animated film about her own experiences. She explores the challenges of making an animated film, protecting privacy, and finding an appropriate ending amidst the ongoing war. Tsilyk also emphasizes the emotional truth and bravery captured in certain scenes and the obstacles faced by the film industry in Ukraine, highlighting the need for foreign partnerships.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Red Zone: A Unique Approach to Filmmaking
01:48 • 10min
Making an Animated Film and Protecting Privacy
11:20 • 3min
Irina's Struggle with Writing and Finding an Ending
14:21 • 7min
Exploring Emotional Truth and Bravery
21:20 • 5min
Challenges of Filmmaking in Ukraine and the Search for Foreign Partners
26:27 • 3min
