In a significant triumph at the 77th edition of the BAFTA awards, journalist-turned-director Mstyslav Chernov secured the Best Documentary award for his debut feature, ’20 Days in Mariupol.’ The documentary provides a gripping firsthand account of Chernov and his Associated Press colleagues, Maloletka and Stepanenko, as they documented Russia’s invasion of Mariupol, Ukraine.
During his acceptance speech, Chernov emphasized that the recognition was not about the filmmakers but rather a testament to the resilience of the people of Ukraine. He expressed gratitude for the support that empowered their voice and urged continued solidarity in the fight.
The documentary starkly captures the harrowing realities of Russian troops targeting civilians, including children and the elderly, with atrocities such as the bombing of a maternity hospital. The film exposes the grim challenges faced by Chernov in uploading footage, ranging from using a satellite phone to relying on guidance from Ukrainian military officials to access internet connectivity in the war-torn city.
Amidst the awards ceremony, Christoper Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’ emerged as a dominant force, boosting its prospects for the upcoming Oscars. Notably, films like ‘Barbie’ and ‘Maestro’ did not secure any wins at the BAFTA 2024 awards.
In summary, ’20 Days in Mariupol’ stands out as a poignant and impactful documentary, shedding light on the harsh realities of conflict and earning well-deserved recognition at the prestigious BAFTA awards.
In a significant triumph at the 77th edition of the BAFTA awards, journalist-turned-director Mstyslav Chernov secured the Best Documentary award for his debut feature, ’20 Days in Mariupol.’ The documentary provides a gripping firsthand account of Chernov and his Associated Press colleagues, Maloletka and Stepanenko, as they documented Russia’s invasion of Mariupol, Ukraine.
During his acceptance speech, Chernov emphasized that the recognition was not about the filmmakers but rather a testament to the resilience of the people of Ukraine. He expressed gratitude for the support that empowered their voice and urged continued solidarity in the fight.
The documentary starkly captures the harrowing realities of Russian troops targeting civilians, including children and the elderly, with atrocities such as the bombing of a maternity hospital. The film exposes the grim challenges faced by Chernov in uploading footage, ranging from using a satellite phone to relying on guidance from Ukrainian military officials to access internet connectivity in the war-torn city.
Amidst the awards ceremony, Christoper Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’ emerged as a dominant force, boosting its prospects for the upcoming Oscars. Notably, films like ‘Barbie’ and ‘Maestro’ did not secure any wins at the BAFTA 2024 awards.
In summary, ’20 Days in Mariupol’ stands out as a poignant and impactful documentary, shedding light on the harsh realities of conflict and earning well-deserved recognition at the prestigious BAFTA awards.