Andrii Kotliar: Hope and Resilience Amidst Conflict in Ukraine
This week on the Cinematography Salon podcast, Peter Pascucci is joined by David Kruta as they interview renowned Ukrainian cinematographer and producer Andrii Kotliar. Kotliar discusses his experience growing up in post-Soviet Ukraine, the profound impact of the Revolution of Dignity, and the Ukrainian film industry's resilience amidst war and conflict. He discusses the riveting story behind "Iron Butterflies," a film exploring the tragic incident of MH17 flight shot down by a Russian missile, emphasizing the power of media in raising global awareness and the need to focus on Russian war crimes. Highlighting his involvement in the Kinoko Film Festival, Kotliar envisions a brighter future for Ukrainian film education and stresses the importance of international support.
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