Sergei Parajanov’s cult film “Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors” tells a story of love that blooms despite a long-standing feud between two Hutsul families.
The film will be screened in Ukrainian with English subtitles.
Ivan and Marichka seek happiness amid the myths, traditions, and tragedies of the Carpathians. This restored version lets viewers experience the magic of the classic as the director intended, immersing them in the unique world of Ukrainian culture and cinema.
The Culture vs War international film marathons are a series of coordinated screenings of Ukrainian fiction and documentary films abroad, held on dates significant for Ukraine. The initiative combines cultural diplomacy, public communication about the war, the presentation of Ukrainian history and culture, and engagement with international audiences through cultural events.
Each marathon unfolds as an international wave of synchronized events across different countries.