Veronika Yasinska and Nadiia Zaionchkovska launched the all-rights distribution and co-production outfit Green Light Films last summer, betting on a future for the Ukraine theatrical business in the middle of the ongoing war.
Now at their first Cannes as buyers, they can point to a string of specialty successes, including Jade Halley Bartlett Miller’s Girl, which earned around $284,000 locally, the Ukrainian documentary Us, Our Pets and the War from Ukrainian YouTube Star Anton Ptushkin, which at $115,000 and counting is the second highest-grossing Ukrainian film of the year, and, perhaps surprisingly, Alex Garland’s Civil War, which has earned more than $266,000 in Ukraine to date.
“Of course, marketing Civil War for our audience was a challenge,” notes Green Light Films Cco Zaionchkovska. “For other countries, this was a dystopian sci-fi drama, for our audience, it’s a documentary.”
From a standing start, Green Light Films has carved out “17 percent of...
Now at their first Cannes as buyers, they can point to a string of specialty successes, including Jade Halley Bartlett Miller’s Girl, which earned around $284,000 locally, the Ukrainian documentary Us, Our Pets and the War from Ukrainian YouTube Star Anton Ptushkin, which at $115,000 and counting is the second highest-grossing Ukrainian film of the year, and, perhaps surprisingly, Alex Garland’s Civil War, which has earned more than $266,000 in Ukraine to date.
“Of course, marketing Civil War for our audience was a challenge,” notes Green Light Films Cco Zaionchkovska. “For other countries, this was a dystopian sci-fi drama, for our audience, it’s a documentary.”
From a standing start, Green Light Films has carved out “17 percent of...
- 5/15/2024
- by Scott Roxborough
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In the upcoming episode of “Nature,” titled “Saving the Animals of Ukraine,” viewers will be taken on a heartwarming journey into the midst of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Anton Ptushkin brings to light the incredible efforts of Ukrainian citizens who are dedicated to rescuing and caring for the pets and zoo animals left behind or abandoned during the war.
Through powerful storytelling and breathtaking footage, viewers will witness the resilience and compassion of these individuals as they work tirelessly to provide shelter, food, and medical care to the innocent creatures caught in the crossfire. From makeshift shelters to impromptu veterinary clinics, every effort is made to ensure the safety and well-being of these animals during such tumultuous times.
“Saving the Animals of Ukraine” is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the unbreakable bond between humans and animals, even in the face of adversity. Tune in...
Through powerful storytelling and breathtaking footage, viewers will witness the resilience and compassion of these individuals as they work tirelessly to provide shelter, food, and medical care to the innocent creatures caught in the crossfire. From makeshift shelters to impromptu veterinary clinics, every effort is made to ensure the safety and well-being of these animals during such tumultuous times.
“Saving the Animals of Ukraine” is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the unbreakable bond between humans and animals, even in the face of adversity. Tune in...
- 5/9/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Join PBS Nature for a heartwarming and inspiring episode titled “Saving the Animals of Ukraine,” airing on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 8:00 Pm. In Season 42 Episode 12, filmmaker Anton Ptushkin takes viewers on a journey to Ukraine, where courageous citizens are working tirelessly to rescue and care for animals affected by the war.
As conflict rages on in Ukraine, countless pets and zoo animals have been left behind, facing uncertain fates. However, amidst the chaos, there are individuals who refuse to turn a blind eye to the plight of these innocent creatures. Anton Ptushkin documents their heroic efforts as they navigate danger and adversity to provide shelter, medical care, and love to the animals in need.
From abandoned pets to displaced wildlife, “Saving the Animals of Ukraine” sheds light on the resilience and compassion of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Through poignant stories and stunning footage, viewers will witness...
As conflict rages on in Ukraine, countless pets and zoo animals have been left behind, facing uncertain fates. However, amidst the chaos, there are individuals who refuse to turn a blind eye to the plight of these innocent creatures. Anton Ptushkin documents their heroic efforts as they navigate danger and adversity to provide shelter, medical care, and love to the animals in need.
From abandoned pets to displaced wildlife, “Saving the Animals of Ukraine” sheds light on the resilience and compassion of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Through poignant stories and stunning footage, viewers will witness...
- 5/8/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
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