On 13 November, the documentary «Peace for Nina» will be screened in Mykolaiv, followed by a discussion about the experience of captivity

Excerpt from the film «Peace for Nina»

On 13 November, Zhanna Dovhych’s documentary film «Peace for Nina» will be screened in Mykolaiv. Following the screening, audience members will have the opportunity to take part in an open discussion on the experiences of captivity, remembrance, testimonies and the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war.

The event is being organised as part of the Docudays UA Travelling Human Rights Documentary Film Festival, according to NikVesti.

The film tells the story of Nina, who is seeking justice following the death of her son, Ihor Branovych. He was one of the last defenders of Donetsk Airport. In 2015, whilst in captivity, he was tortured and executed by Russian mercenaries.

In the film, the woman speaks to witnesses and her son’s comrades-in-arms, trying to piece together his final hours and ensure those responsible for the crime are held to account. The film also explores how the family is coping with their loss and carrying on with their lives in the wake of the tragedy.

The film won the Andrii Matrosov Award at the Docudays UA International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival.

Preview of the film «Peace for Nina» in Mykolaiv

What is known about the director

Zhanna Dovhych’s body of work includes two documentary films about Mykolaiv, produced in collaboration with the Mykolaiv-based online media outlet «NikVesti»: «Mykolaiv: Chronicles of Protest» and «Day Off».

Where and when the screening will take place

The screening will begin on 13 November at 6.00 pm at the Youth Centre in Mykolaiv, located at 59 Shevchenko Street. Admission is free.