Olha Zhurba
Olha Zhurba is a Ukrainian filmmaker known for her impactful storytelling that highlights the struggles and resilience of her homeland. Her recent documentary, 'Songs of Slow Burning Earth,' premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival in 2024 and has garnered attention for its poignant exploration of life in war-torn Ukraine. The film aims to raise awareness about the ongoing conflict that has persisted for three years, emphasizing the need for global recognition of the hardships faced by Ukrainians. Zhurba's work has been celebrated at various film festivals, including winning the Doc Future Award at the 21st Verzió Documentary Film Festival.
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Her documentary film had its world premiere at the festival.
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Ukraine· 2025-08-06
Olha Zhurba's documentary Songs of Slow Burning Earth won the Lince de Ouro.
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Portugal· 2025-06-29
Olha Zhurba directed the documentary Songs of Slow Burning Earth about the conflict in Ukraine.
Entre Nova Iorque, Lisboa e a Geórgia, o FEST diz que la vie não está en rose | CinemaPortugal· 2025-06-20
Olha Zhurba immediately went out with her camera when the Russians invaded her homeland.
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Sweden· 2025-03-06
Olha Zhurba is the director of the film 'Songs of Slow Burning Earth' which aims to draw attention to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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Hungary· 2025-02-22