Stolen Moon
Animated Film/ukraine/24 mins/2022
Director: Zakharova Olga
Screenwriter: Zakharova Olga
Director of Photography:
Artist: Boris Denisevich
Music: Tatyana Glagetska
Synopsis:
Central Ukraine, XVIII century. The village comes alive on Christmas Eve. Chum is Cossackkharakternyk. The alienation of Chum cause fear in all adults of the village, but not children – Ivasyk and his sister Mariyka. Only a clear view of children›s eyes can see the world as it is because it is a soul gaze. Children witness the struggle between Good and Evil and save the Moon from the dark forces.
Director’s biography:
Olga Zakharova was born in Sumy. She graduated from the National Academy of Fine Arts in Kyiv with a degree in architecture. Olga is the winner of international awards in art and creative direction, motion design and animation. Member of the Ukrainian Television Academy and Ukrainian Film Academy.