20 Days in Mariupol

20 Days in Mariupol;

The Ukraine doc set to follow Navalny Oscar win” is a documentary film that focuses on the events that occurred in Mariupol, Ukraine, during the Russian invasion in March 2022. The film, directed by photojournalist Mstyslav Chernov, showcases the devastation caused by the conflict and aims to raise awareness about Ukraine’s ongoing occupation.

The documentary follows Chernov and his colleagues, who were part of an Associated Press news team, as they document the destruction and aftermath of the bombing of a maternity hospital in Mariupol. They also depict the struggles they faced in transmitting their footage due to the lack of power and internet connectivity.

Chernov emphasizes the importance of keeping the world’s attention on the war in Ukraine and ensuring that the stories of the people affected are not forgotten. He sees the documentary as a means to resist the world’s indifference and to preserve the memories of those who experienced the conflict in Mariupol.

The film draws parallels with the previous year’s Oscar-winning documentary, “Navalny,” which focused on Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Chernov believes that winning an Oscar would provide a wider audience for the film and help keep the spotlight on the war in Ukraine.

Chernov also discusses the challenges of documentary filmmaking, highlighting the need to strike a balance between capturing important footage and constructing a cohesive and engaging narrative. He believes that effective storytelling is crucial in conveying the realities of war to the audience.

Documentary concludes by mentioning Chernov’s plans to make another documentary about the war in Ukraine and his desire to find innovative ways to elevate the genre and depict the true nature of war.