I was born and raised in Lviv, my homeland and source of strength. I have returned there in my films at various periods throughout my creative biography. So, I cannot stand aside when my country is fighting for its future and my countrymen face the most dramatic moment in modern history – a criminal full-scale war against the existence of Ukraine and its people. I turned my feelings and understanding of this city in the rear of the frontline into a film depicting diverse and detailed compositions of everyday life as the seasons change. The routine rituals, despite their tragic nature, have become terrifyingly mundane, and there is no refuge from the deep-burning pain.
The film's structure and visual style are distinctive compared to typical news footage from Ukraine. The use of full and long shots allows the viewer to become a participant in the events occurring on screen.
Vitaly Mansky
