Soldiers of Song
“Music is our answer to the darkness”
Synopsis
Ukrainian musicians of all genres, from metal to opera, transform their passion for music into devotion to their country in this moving documentary. Beginning on the very first day of the Russian invasion, Soldiers of Song documents how the lives of its cast of Ukrainian musicians have irrevocably changed and how they use their musical talents to support themselves and their communities. Using shocking footage from the frontlines, this film reminds us not only of the ongoing tragedies that continue to happen during this war, but also of the resilience of Ukraine and its cultural forces. Here music functions not only to lift the spirits of the soldiers, but also as a cultural export to raise awareness of the war, a tool for raising humanitarian and military funds, and a valuable cultural artifact for everyday Ukrainians to rally around and protect. The musician’s commitment to their craft reminds us of the real power art has and the impact of beauty under catastrophic circumstances.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ryan Smith
- Original Title
- Soldiers of Song
- Country of Origin
- Ukraine
- Spoken Languages
- English, Ukrainian
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Rynos Productions Worldwide
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ryan Smith
Vicky Markolefa, Artem Poznanskyi, Kadim Tarasov, Julia Bolshinska, Stas Gurenko
Kadim Tarasov, Julia Bolshinska
Dmytro Kozhukhovskyi, Nataly Romaniuk
Department Leadership Roster
Ryan Smith
Director
Vicky Markolefa
Director of Photography
Kadim Tarasov
Editor
Artem Poznanskyi
Director of Photography
Kadim Tarasov
Director of Photography
Julia Bolshinska
Editor
Julia Bolshinska
Director of Photography
Stas Gurenko
Director of Photography
Dmytro Kozhukhovskyi
Producer
Nataly Romaniuk
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Soldiers of Song.
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What is Soldiers of Song about?
Ukrainian musicians of all genres, from metal to opera, transform their passion for music into devotion to their country in this moving documentary. Beginning on the very first day of the Russian invasion, Soldiers of Song documents how the lives of its cast of Ukrainian musicians have irrevocably changed and how they use their musical talents to support themselves and their communities. Using shocking footage from the frontlines, this film reminds us not only of the ongoing tragedies that continue to happen during this war, but also of the resilience of Ukraine and its cultural forces. Here music functions not only to lift the spirits of the soldiers, but also as a cultural export to raise awareness of the war, a tool for raising humanitarian and military funds, and a valuable cultural artifact for everyday Ukrainians to rally around and protect. The musician’s commitment to their craft reminds us of the real power art has and the impact of beauty under catastrophic circumstances.
Who directed Soldiers of Song?
Soldiers of Song was directed by Ryan Smith.
Who stars in Soldiers of Song?
The principal cast of Soldiers of Song includes Andriy Khlyvnyuk, Svyatoslav Vakarchuk, Sergiy Ivanchuk, Svitlana Tarabarova, Mykolai Sierga.
When was Soldiers of Song released and how long is it?
Soldiers of Song was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.