❗ Trigger/content warning: depictions of war, blood, death, animal cruelty, violence, murder, russian language l
WHO IF NOT US?
Director: Nicole Medvecka
Country: Germany
Duration: 65
"Who If Not Us?" is an intimate documentary unveiling the lives of young Ukrainians raised amidst war since the Russian occupation began in 2014. Offering a glimpse into their dreams and daily struggles, the film navigates their journey before and during the full-scale invasion in 2022. Despite displacement and living under occupation, they cling to hope for a brighter future, embodying the resilience of their generation. Some are DJs of the famous "Shum Rave", while others are artists fostering unity amidst chaos. Their stories echo the unwavering spirit of Ukrainian youth, showcasing the enduring power of hope in adversity.
THE FUTURE OF THE PAST
Director: Nicole Medvecka
Country: Germany
Duration: 45
The unnamed narrator goes on a journey that begins with the first space landing on the planet Earth and continues with conversations about the universe, politics, and hatred. She is like a ghost, as she returns to the places where she grew up; places that no longer exist and probably will never exist again. In some places, the narrator meets different people. The thought "The absence of the future has already begun" is revived in their conversations, as well as the consequences of the war. Also, they question the coexistence of humanity with itself. She dares to dream about the future while immersing us in the present, which has changed our future forever.