Minimal Movie

The village of Yahidne in northern Ukraine is coming back to life. Dogs are running around. Gardens and crops are green again. People support one another and families have reunited. In a movement of solidarity, local youth help rebuild what was devastated a year ago when Russian troops occupied the village imprisoning the villagers in the school’s basement for a month. The villagers’ attitudes alternate between their desire to move forward an remembering the horrors of the past. A heartwarming tribute to resilience and unity.

In a world where youth is celebrated as the pinnacle of life’s adventures, the young and vibrant Katia Henrikh, a youth worker from Chernivtsi, Ukraine, embarks on a journey that transcends borders and explores the profound question: What is home? “Generation Ukraine” is a testament to the resilience of the young Ukrainian generation, their unwavering bond with their homeland, and their determination to find light in the most challenging of times. This documentary reveals that even in the darkest hour, hope still flickers, and the dawn of a brighter future is on the horizon.