Dictionary of Emotions in a Time of War

A woman in Kherson navigates the horrors and absurdities of daily life during the initial weeks of the Russian war in Ukraine, adapted from Olena Astasieva's personal accounts from the front lines.

directed by Leah Loftin | written by Olena Asasieva | translated by John Freedman

“a remarkable piece of filmmaking” — SHORTSTICK FILMS

WINNER — Silver Medal in Nonfiction | 1.4 Awards of Brilliant Filmmaking (UK)

WINNER — Jury Prize | Best Short Documentary | Lighthouse International Film Festival (US)