- November 3, 2024
- 4:50 pm
- Ukraine
On November 2, 2024, the solemn ceremony of awarding the winners of the 53rd Kyiv International Film Festival “Molodist” was held at the “House of Cinema” in Kyiv. Within the framework of the international competition, the films were recognized as the best student films “Like a Butterfly” by Israeli director Iris Gershon Nagar and “Basia: Three Short Stories” by Polish director Mateusz Pietrak.
Two views on aging
As the jury noted, both films offer alternative views on the aging process. These works not only demonstrate different approaches to the perception of life stages, but also represent touching portraits of their subjects.
“We decided to share the award for the best student film,” the jury said. This phrase emphasizes the importance of diversity in cinema and notes that every story deserves to be heard.
The winners received a Scythian Deer figurine and a cash reward of $2,000.
Review of the film “Like a Butterfly”
Creative team:
- Director: Iris Gershon Nagar
- Scenario: Iris Gershon Nagar
- Operator: Moshe Amar, Iris Gershon Nagar
- Installation: Omer Efman
- Music: Alberto Schwartz
- Sound design: Michael Gurevich
- Producer: Iris Gershon Nagar
- Production: Haifa Film School
- Year: 2023
- Country: Israel
- Genre: Game
- Duration: 26 minutes
- Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjYxuMXxLhQ
The film follows Alfred, a 81-year-old colorful street philosopher who, after 18 years apart, tries to reconnect with his beloved Ruth when their daughter decides to confront the family's past. The film illustrates the importance of maintaining family ties and the ability to heal old wounds.
“This film shows that aging is not only a physical process, but also an emotional one,” said Iris Gershon Nagar. This phrase emphasizes the deep emotions running through the film and its value to audiences.
Iris Gershon Nagar. University mathematics teacher with 20 years of experience. Has husband Tal and children Daniel, Omer and Shahar. They live together in Tel Aviv. In recent years, she has devoted herself to studying cinema, and recently completed work on her first film.
Other festival winners
Among other awards of the festival it is worth noting:
- Festival Grand Prix: Ukrainian film “Honeymoon” directed by Zhanna Ozirna. This psychological drama follows a young couple stuck in their apartment during the Russian occupation, demonstrating how external circumstances can affect people's inner lives.
- Best film in international competition: “All We Imagine as Light” by Indian director Payal Kapadia. The film recently won the Grand Prix at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, highlighting the excellence of Indian cinema.
- Special Reward: the film “The New Year That Never Came” by Romanian director Bogdan Muresanu. This film is about personal experiences and social problems that are familiar to many.
- Best Short Film: “We want to live here” by Moldovan director Alexandrina Turcan, filmed in Ukraine. The film brings up the importance of finding a new home and adapting to new conditions.
| Nomination | Winners |
|---|---|
| Best Student Film | “Like a Butterfly”, “Basya: Three Short Stories” |
| Grand Prix | “Honeymoon” |
| Best film in international competition | “Everything we imagine as light” |
| Best Short Film | “We want to live here” |
| Special Award | “The New Year That Never Came” |
Conclusion
The 53rd Kiev International Film Festival “Youth” was a vibrant celebration of cinema, showcasing the work of young directors who offer new perspectives and approaches to aging and relationships. This festival highlights the importance of supporting new voices in the world of cinema and contributes to the development of Ukrainian cinema.
“Youth is a platform for new talents that opens the door to the development of cinematic art,” noted the organizers of the NAnovosti festival.
Congratulations to all the winners and participants of the festival and we hope that next year will bring even more exciting works that raise important issues for modern society.
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