The Long Breakup
| The Long Breakup | |
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| Directed by | Katya Soldak |
| Written by | Katya Soldak |
| Screenplay by | Katya Soldak with familie and friends |
| Produced by | Michael (JM) Treves |
| Starring | Katya Soldak, famaly and friends |
Release date | 2020 |
Running time | 86 minutes |
| Land | Vereinigte Staaten |
| Sprache | Englisch |
The Long Breakup is a long term documentary film directed by Katya Soldak and premiered at the 2020 East Oregon Film Festival. The documentary was broadcast in a German version titled "Das Ukraine-Dilemma" on the television channel Arte at the end of March 2022.
Synopsis
Ukrainian journalist Katya Soldak, currently living in New York City and working for Forbes magazine, chronicles Ukraine's history.[1]
The film explores the complex relationship between Ukraine and Russia, particularly in the aftermath of end of Soviet Union. It features interviews with ordinary citizens (foremost the filmmakres family and friends), politicians and experts. They all providie insight into their perspectives and experiences.
Through personal stories and analysis of historical and political factors, "The Long Breakup" sheds light on the tensions and challenges facing Ukraine and its people. Overall, the film presents a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of a complex and ongoing crisis with its Russian–Ukrainian wars.
Reception
John Rash, an editorial writer and columnist for StarTribune, writes that the film “gives context to conflict in Ukraine” and that it “shows how Ukraine’s history has been shaped by its relationship with Russia”. [2]
The European public service channel Arte writes, the journalist Katya Soldak tells of the attempts of her home country, Ukraine, to emancipate itself from its overpowering neighbor Russia.[3]
Accolades
According to the film-website from Ante Media:[4]
- Best Of Fest, Eastern Oregon Film Festival, 2022
- Winner, Docs Without Borders Film Festival, 2020
- Official Selection, NewFilmmakers NY, 2021
References
- ^ "The Long Breakup 2020". letterboxd.com. Letterboxd. Retrieved 2023-02-23.
- ^ "'The Long Breakup'". Star Tribune Media Company. Retrieved 2023-03-04.
- ^ "Themenabend zum Krieg in der Ukraine" (in German). ARTE Presse. Retrieved 2023-03-04.
- ^ "Documentary film | The Long Breakup Film". thelongbreakupfilm.com. ANTE MEDIA. 2020-10-06. Retrieved 2023-02-19.