Add to Calendar 2024-02-09T18:30:00 2024-02-11T15:00:00 America/Denver Cinema of Survival: Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom — Through the Lens of Film

Ukrainians of Colorado, in partnership with the MCA and Prof. Vincent Piturro of Metropolitan State University, present "Cinema of Survival," a compelling film series at The Cube. This series, showcasing a selection of documentaries and dramas, provides a poignant glimpse into Ukraine's ongoing struggle for freedom. Scheduled from February 9th to 11th, each film offers a unique perspective on the resilience and enduring spirit of the Ukrainian people.

Admission is $15 per film or $50 for the entire series, with all proceeds aiding humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine.

A Rising Fury

A Rising Fury

Friday, February 9TH I 6:30 PM I Documentary I 2022

Directors : Ruslan Batytskyi, Lesya Kalynska

: 1h 22min 

: This documentary delves into the heart of Ukraine’s recent tumultuous events, capturing the escalating fury and determination of a nation fighting for its sovereignty and democratic ideals. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Music of Survival The Story of the Ukrainian

The Music of Survival: The Story of the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus

Saturday, February 10TH I 1:00 pm I Documentary I 2015

Director: Orest Sushko

: 58min

: This film explores the remarkable journey of the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus, an ensemble that has become a symbol of resistance and cultural preservation amidst political upheaval. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black Raven

Black Raven

Saturday, February 10th I 3:00 pm I Short I 2022

Director: George Wyhinny Producer: Luba Keske

: 39min

: A gripping documentary that sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of Ukraine's struggle, embodied in personal stories of resilience and defiance. These are the witnesses of Joseph Stalin’s Holodomor Genocide of Ukrainians in 1932-33. Each persevered through horror. Each confronted death and struggled to survive to keep Ukraine’s history and culture alive. The screening will be followed by an in-person Q&A with Mr. Wyhinny and Ms. Keske.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Klondike
Klondike

Saturday, February 10TH I 6:30 pm I Drama I 2022

 

Director: Maryna Er Gorbach

 

1h 40min

: An award-winning drama that portrays the harrowing reality of life near the Ukraine-Russia border. It’s a visceral narrative of survival, love, and the human cost of conflict.                                                                             

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
Freedom on Fire
Freedom on Fire

Sunday, February 11TH I 1:00 pm I Documentary I 2022

Director: Evgeny Afineevsky

: 1h 56min

: This documentary offers a powerful and heart-wrenching view of Ukraine's journey through revolution and war, highlighting the unbreakable spirit of its people. The screening includes a Q&A session with the director via Zoom from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

This series not only brings to light the stories of struggle and perseverance but also serves as a vital fundraiser to support those affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Join us in experiencing these compelling narratives that transcend the mere act of viewing, creating a bridge of empathy and support for the Ukrainian cause.

This event is organized by Ukrainians of Colorado, a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization formed in 2014 to unite and preserve Ukrainian heritage in our state. Since the start of Russia’s all-out war against Ukraine nearly two years ago, Ukrainians of Colorado has been raising funds toward humanitarian relief of the Ukrainian people through numerous fundraisers such as this. We gratefully acknowledge the collaboration of Prof. Vincent Piturro of Metropolitan State University and Central Park Master Community Association (“The Cube”) in bringing this event to life.


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Cinema of Survival: Ukraine’s Fight for Freedom — Through the Lens of Film

February 09, 2024 at 6:30PM - February 11, 2024 at 3:00PM

Location: MCA - The Cube

Ukrainians of Colorado, in partnership with the MCA and Prof. Vincent Piturro of Metropolitan State University, present "Cinema of Survival," a compelling film series at The Cube. This series, showcasing a selection of documentaries and dramas, provides a poignant glimpse into Ukraine's ongoing struggle for freedom. Scheduled from February 9th to 11th, each film offers a unique perspective on the resilience and enduring spirit of the Ukrainian people.

Admission is $15 per film or $50 for the entire series, with all proceeds aiding humanitarian relief efforts in Ukraine.

A Rising Fury

A Rising Fury

Friday, February 9TH I 6:30 PM I Documentary I 2022

Directors : Ruslan Batytskyi, Lesya Kalynska

: 1h 22min 

: This documentary delves into the heart of Ukraine’s recent tumultuous events, capturing the escalating fury and determination of a nation fighting for its sovereignty and democratic ideals. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Music of Survival The Story of the Ukrainian

The Music of Survival: The Story of the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus

Saturday, February 10TH I 1:00 pm I Documentary I 2015

Director: Orest Sushko

: 58min

: This film explores the remarkable journey of the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus, an ensemble that has become a symbol of resistance and cultural preservation amidst political upheaval. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black Raven

Black Raven

Saturday, February 10th I 3:00 pm I Short I 2022

Director: George Wyhinny Producer: Luba Keske

: 39min

: A gripping documentary that sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of Ukraine's struggle, embodied in personal stories of resilience and defiance. These are the witnesses of Joseph Stalin’s Holodomor Genocide of Ukrainians in 1932-33. Each persevered through horror. Each confronted death and struggled to survive to keep Ukraine’s history and culture alive. The screening will be followed by an in-person Q&A with Mr. Wyhinny and Ms. Keske.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Klondike
Klondike

Saturday, February 10TH I 6:30 pm I Drama I 2022

 

Director: Maryna Er Gorbach

 

1h 40min

: An award-winning drama that portrays the harrowing reality of life near the Ukraine-Russia border. It’s a visceral narrative of survival, love, and the human cost of conflict.                                                                             

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
Freedom on Fire
Freedom on Fire

Sunday, February 11TH I 1:00 pm I Documentary I 2022

Director: Evgeny Afineevsky

: 1h 56min

: This documentary offers a powerful and heart-wrenching view of Ukraine's journey through revolution and war, highlighting the unbreakable spirit of its people. The screening includes a Q&A session with the director via Zoom from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

This series not only brings to light the stories of struggle and perseverance but also serves as a vital fundraiser to support those affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Join us in experiencing these compelling narratives that transcend the mere act of viewing, creating a bridge of empathy and support for the Ukrainian cause.

This event is organized by Ukrainians of Colorado, a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization formed in 2014 to unite and preserve Ukrainian heritage in our state. Since the start of Russia’s all-out war against Ukraine nearly two years ago, Ukrainians of Colorado has been raising funds toward humanitarian relief of the Ukrainian people through numerous fundraisers such as this. We gratefully acknowledge the collaboration of Prof. Vincent Piturro of Metropolitan State University and Central Park Master Community Association (“The Cube”) in bringing this event to life.


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