Казки У

The film tells the story of a young boy named Tim, who lives in a village with his grandmother and is bullied at school. He finds solace in drawing and his imagination. The story explores themes of childhood innocence, resilience, and the harsh realities of life in contemporary Ukraine.

Critically acclaimed for its raw emotional power and authentic portrayal of childhood struggles, 'Fables of Us' (Kakzi U) resonated with audiences for its poignant storytelling and strong performances, particularly from its young lead. The film was praised for its sensitive handling of difficult themes.

• Praised for its emotional depth and authentic depiction of childhood.

• Commended for the lead actor's compelling performance.

• Noted for its sensitive exploration of difficult social issues through a child's eyes.

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Awarded Best Film at the Kinoshok Open Film Festival in 2017.

The film was directed by Oleg Sentsov, a Ukrainian filmmaker and political activist who was imprisoned in Russia from 2014 to 2019.