10 years after the release of his epic film Maidan, Sergei Loznitsa resumes his Ukrainian chronicles by documenting the country’s struggle against the Russian invasion. Shot over a 2-year period, the film portrays the life of the civilian population all over Ukraine. The Invasion presents a unique and ultimate statement of Ukrainian resilience in the face of barbaric invasion. In the second part of his Ukrainian diptych, Loznitsa paints a monumental depiction of a nation determined to defend its right to exist. The world premiere of Sergei Loznitsa’s The Invasion was presented in the Special Screenings section of the this year Cannes Film Festival. “I have been making this film with deep pain in my heart and with great love for my country. This film is born out of compassion,” says Sergei Loznitsa.

Filmmakers present: Sergei Loznitsa (director)