“Dissident”, interview with Andrii Alf’erov, director and Viktoria Romashko, actress

November 27, 2024

Andrii Alf'erov, director and Viktoria Romashko, actress, talk about the challenges in making a film that deals with the politically complex history of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army.

"Dissident", interview with Andrii Alf'erov, director and Viktoria Romashko, actress Cristiana Palmieri

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Dissident‘s director Andrii Alf’erov explains the reason for making a film that tells a story based on the politically complex history of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, and how he and the producer decided to navigate the difficult balance between historical accuracy and creative storytelling.

Viktoria Romashko explains how she shaped the character she plays in the film, striking a complex balance between her own convictions and the character’s personality. “Dissident” creates a strong link between the events that happened in the 70’s and 80’s in Ukraine and its ongoing struggle for identity and independence.

Plot

Oleg, a former soldier in the Ukrainian Insurgent Army that fought against both Nazi Germany and the communist Soviet Union for Ukrainian independence during World War II. After an amnesty deal is reached, Oleg is released from prison camp and returns to Ukraine, where he tries to find his place in peacetime society.

Written by: Cristiana Palmieri

Guest

Andrii Alf'erov Viktoria Romashko

Film

Dissident

Festival

Torino Film Festival

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