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Temporary Shelter

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Filmmaker ANASTASIIA BORTUALI is driven by personal experience. Through intimate portraits, the film reveals the resilience of the human spirit as Ukrainian refugees in Iceland gradually rediscover themselves and find light in unexpected places. Raw and unflinching, yet ultimately hopeful, TEMPORARY SHELTER is a testament to the enduring strength of individuals in the face of unimaginable adversity, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit can find a way to rebuild and thrive. Set against a dramatic backdrop of northern lights and volcanic eruptions.

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Christopher Llewellyn Reed Film Festival Today There is a poetic lyricism to the tapestry, as well, born of artistic ostranenie (defamliarization), that adds to the enchantment of the piece. Rated: 4/5 Sep 16, 2024 Full Review Courtney Small POV Magazine By frequently juxtaposing the serene beauty of Iceland with the frantic nature of life in wartime, Bortuali captures the emotional tug-of-war waging within the immigrants. Sep 15, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis Filmmaker ANASTASIIA BORTUALI is driven by personal experience. Through intimate portraits, the film reveals the resilience of the human spirit as Ukrainian refugees in Iceland gradually rediscover themselves and find light in unexpected places. Raw and unflinching, yet ultimately hopeful, TEMPORARY SHELTER is a testament to the enduring strength of individuals in the face of unimaginable adversity, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit can find a way to rebuild and thrive. Set against a dramatic backdrop of northern lights and volcanic eruptions.
Director
Anastasiia Bortuali
Producer
Helgi Felixson
Screenwriter
Anastasiia Bortuali
Production Co
Iris Film
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
Ukrainian
Runtime
1h 37m