2013. Exiled in Switzerland, Olga, a talented and passionate 15-year-old Ukrainian gymnast, is trying to secure a place in the National Sports Centre. But the Euromaidan revolt erupts in Kyiv, and suddenly her loved ones are involved. While the girl is adapting to her new country and preparing for the European Championships, the Ukrainian revolution makes its way into her life, and nothing will ever be the same again.
Acting
Budiashkina's physical performance speaks when words fail.
Editing
Gymnastics and riot footage intercut with devastating precision.
Direction
Grappe's documentary background bleeds into every frame.
Director
Elie Grappe
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Anastasia Budiashkina was an actual Ukrainian rhythmic gymnast who had just retired; this was her first acting role.
The real Euromaidan footage was sourced from citizen journalists and activists, with some shooters later killed or imprisoned.
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