- February 19, 2025
- 7:33 pm
- Israel
Remember: every ticket you buy is your contribution to the development of Ukrainian cinema!
“U Are the Universe” is the first Ukrainian science fiction film about space, love and loneliness. In February 2025, its Israeli premiere will take place in Tel Aviv and Haifa.
This film is important because it addresses the themes of resilience and love, which are especially relevant today. At a time when Ukraine and Israel are waging a just defensive war against global terrorism in the form of Russia, Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah and other terrorists, art helps to preserve hope and unites people around the world.
“U Are the Universe”: love on the edge of the universe
“U Are the Universe” is a 2024 Ukrainian science fiction tragicomedy directed by Pavel Ostrikov, starring Vladimir Kravchuk.
The film tells the story of Ukrainian space truck driver Andrey Melnik, originally from Khmelnitsky (Ukraine), who travels for two years on a space cargo ship to the nearest black hole.
Together with onboard computer Maxim, whose task is to entertain the pilot, they must drop a container with nuclear waste into the abyss of a black hole.
However, suddenly the Earth explodes and Andrey becomes the only person in the Universe, until a lab assistant at the French space station, Catherine, contacts him.
Having decided to fly towards each other, they begin a long journey that lasts three long years, during which their hearts are filled with love.
The world premiere of Pavel Ostrikov’s Sci-Fi film “U Are the Universe”, created by ForeFilms in co-production between Ukraine and Belgium, took place as part of the official competition of the Toronto International Film Festival. The film has won many awards at film festivals in France, Italy, Germany, and Greece.
The Ukrainian release of the film will begin in the spring of 2025, viewers in Israel will see it earlier.
Cast
- Vladimir Kravchuk — truck driver Andrey
- Leonid Popadko — on-board computer Maxim
The main role in the film was played by Vladimir Kravchuk, who is a serviceman of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. And his on-screen partner was the robot Maxim, voiced by Leonid Popadko (also serves in the army).
Film crew
- Director: Pavel Ostrikov
- Scriptwriter: Pavel Ostrikov
- Director of photography: Nikita Kuzmenko
- Production designer: Vladlen Odudenko
- Sound engineer: Sergey Stepansky
- Editor: Ivan Bannikov
- Costume designer: Maria Kero
- Make-up artist: Maria Pilunskaya
- Casting director: Alla Samoylenko
- Producers: Vladimir Yatsenko, Anna Yatsenko
- Executive Producer: Alexandra Bratishchenko
Awards
- 2024: Strasbourg Film Festival (France) — «Golden Octopus»
- 2024: Strasbourg Film Festival — «Silver Méliès»
- 2024: FilmFestival Cottbus (Germany) — Best Director Award
- 2024: Thessaloniki International Film Festival (Greece) — Best Acting Award
- 2024: Science+Fiction Festival (Italy) — Best Feature Film
Israeli premiere of the film: where and when?
The screenings of the film “U Are the Universe” will take place in two cities in Israel:
- 📅 February 17, 2025 – Tel Aviv, Enis Auditorium, Pa’amonit 9 – Tickets here.
- 📅 February 20, 2025 – Haifa, Hot Cinema, Derekh Acre Haifa 192, Kiryat Bialik, hall 7 – Tickets here.
Why is it worth watching this film?
- Original plot: a fantastic story where reality and fiction intertwine into a tragicomedy about the meaning of life and love.
- International recognition: the film was shown at festivals in Toronto, Strasbourg, Thessaloniki and received several awards.
- Cultural bridge: this is a rare opportunity for Israeli audiences to get acquainted with contemporary Ukrainian cinema.
Remember:each ticket purchased is your contribution to the development of Ukrainian cinema!
NAnews — Israel News: about cultural ties between Ukraine and Israel
Our website NAnews— Israel News regularly covers cultural events that strengthen relations between Israelis and Ukrainians. This film is another step towards mutual understanding and exchange of cultural experiences.
Remember that every ticket you buy is your contribution to the development of Ukrainian cinema.
In February 2025:
February 17 – Tel Aviv, Enis Auditorium, Pa’amonit 9, Tickets here.
February 20 – Haifa, Hot Cinema, Derekh Acre Haifa 192, Kiryat Bialik, 7th hall, Tickets here.
