- November 30, 2024
- 2:42 pm
- Israel
December 4, 2024 The long-awaited screening of the film will take place in Tel Aviv “Budinok “The Word”: A Never-ending Novel”.
This unique cultural event is organized Cinema club “Created in Ukraine” with the support of the Ukrainian Embassy in Israel.
The film tells about the life and tragedy of Ukrainian writers in the era of Stalinist repressions.
As director Taras Tomenko notes:
“This film is not just a story about writers. This is a story about how the state can destroy an individual and a culture through fear and violence.”
What is the film about?
“Budinok “The Word”: A Never-ending Romance” is a full-length feature film directed by Taras Tomenko. The plot is based on real events that took place in the Slovo house, built in Kharkov in 1927. This house was a kind of “ghetto for the intelligentsia”, where famous Ukrainian poets, writers and artists were settled.
The film shows how a house that symbolized artistic recognition became a place of fear, where the artists' every move was controlled by the Stalinist regime. The main character is a young proofreader who dreams of joining the circle of famous writers. However, to achieve his goal, he has to become an informer for the NKVD.
As director Taras Tomenko notes:
“This film is not just a story about writers. This is a story about how the state can destroy an individual and a culture through fear and violence.”
Why is it worth watching?
The film received international acclaim, including awards at festivals in Warsaw, Florida and Kosice. In Ukraine, the film has been in theaters for 26 weeks and has attracted more than 125,000 viewers.
Among the film's achievements:
- Award for the best feature film at the Kosice Film Festival.
- “I Will Tell” Award for Directing, Screenplay and Art Direction.
- Ukrainian contender for the Oscar.
Event program
Before the show, viewers will be treated to a poetry reading. Works of Ukrainian poets translated into Hebrew will be performed, including the famous poem “Babi Yar” by Nikolai Bazhan.
After the screening, there will be an online discussion with director Taras Tomenko, who will share insights about the making of the film.
Schedule:
| Date | December 4, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Time | 19:00 |
| Place | Rav Hen Dizengoff Cinema, Tel Aviv |
| Organizer | Cinema club “Created in Ukraine” |
About the event from the organizers –
The importance of the event for Ukraine and Israel
Showing a film in Tel Aviv is not just an opportunity to see a masterpiece of Ukrainian cinema, but also a bridge between cultures. Ukrainian cinema, which tells about the struggle for freedom and identity, resonates with viewers in Israel.
NAnews — Israel News pays great attention to events that strengthen cultural ties between Ukraine and Israel. This film is a reminder of the importance of freedom of speech and the arts, which can inspire people even in the darkest of times.
Conclusion
Don’t miss the screening of the film “Budynok “The Word”: A Never-ending Romance” on December 4 in Tel Aviv. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the history of Ukrainian culture, hear poetry in Hebrew and communicate with the creators of the film. Come to the cinema Rav Hen Dizengoff Cinema and support Ukrainian art in Israel!
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