Under roaring fighter jets, Ukrainian artists Slava, Anya, and Andrey choose to stay behind. Defiantly finding beauty amid destruction, they show that although it's easy to make people afrai... Read allUnder roaring fighter jets, Ukrainian artists Slava, Anya, and Andrey choose to stay behind. Defiantly finding beauty amid destruction, they show that although it's easy to make people afraid, it's hard to destroy their passion for living.Under roaring fighter jets, Ukrainian artists Slava, Anya, and Andrey choose to stay behind. Defiantly finding beauty amid destruction, they show that although it's easy to make people afraid, it's hard to destroy their passion for living.
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 48 wins & 31 nominations total
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You really connect with the subjects of the film as you walk through their world with them (and their military unit and loved ones), hear their stories (both happy and sad), feel their hurt, and listen to their hopes.
The use of imagery and art to convey their story is beautifully done and so effective. The contrast of the war scenes with nature and art are incredibly well done and balanced. The music throughout is all Ukrainian, which immerses you even more. It is absolutely artfully filmed.
"Porcelain War" stands out as a unique, cinematic piece that skillfully narrates the captivating journey of three artists amidst the backdrop of a war-torn country. It serves as a poignant testament to the struggles faced by "ordinary people under extraordinary circumstances" as one of the artists says.
This powerful film serves as a reminder of the significance of preserving our humanity and identity, even under the most dire conditions. It evokes empathy for those compelled to defend these fundamental values often taken for granted.
As an added bonus to the film's message, I enjoyed the amazing shots of nature and beautiful music.
I am deeply touched by this film!
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- Quotes
Slava Leontyev: Hundreds of thousands of people have been killed, but the fighting continues, not just for Ukraine, but for the world too. Because if one doesn't resist evil, it doesn't stop. It will keep pushing until it reaches you. Countless families have buried children, fathers, mothers, and we will bury many more. These lives were sacrificed for freedom, and this will continue.
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- Also known as
- Порцелянова війна
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $219,072
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $11,370
- Nov 24, 2024
- Gross worldwide
- $219,583
- Runtime1 hour 27 minutes
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- Aspect ratio
- 1.90 : 1