Kherson: Human Safari
“Imagine drones circling your neighborhood - hunting you.”
Synopsis
Kherson, Ukraine's embattled city, has endured invasion, occupation, and liberation. On February 24, 2022, Russian tanks entered Kherson, leading to brutal occupation marked by violence. Despite being outnumbered, local defense forces resisted, and citizens protested under the slogan "Kherson is Ukraine!" An underground resistance formed, led by brave individuals like journalist Valentyna and others who risked arrest and torture to support the cause. After nine months, Ukrainian forces liberated Kherson, but Russian destruction left the city in chaos. Shelling and drone attacks became relentless, and in June 2023, a dam explosion flooded the city, causing further devastation. Despite these challenges, Kherson's spirit remained unbroken, with citizens embracing arts and resilience. By August 2024, drone attacks specifically targeted civilians, yet the city resisted, determined to rebuild and reclaim its identity, refusing to succumb to ruin.
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Zarina Zabrisky: Kherson - Human Safari | Jake Broe Podcast (E036)
Type: Behind the Scenes • Published 2025-07-05
Release History & Theatrical Window
Lido Cinemas Hawthorn
Festival / Special Debut
June 27, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$30K
Filming & production cost
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Pending
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zarina Zabrisky
- Screenplay & Story
- Zarina Zabrisky
- Original Title
- Kherson: Human Safari
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Ukraine
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian, Ukrainian
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Budget
- $30K
- Production Studios
- Zarina Zabrisky
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zarina Zabrisky
Zarina Zabrisky
Oleksandr Andriushchenko
Artem Tsynskyi
Zarina Zabrisky, Heidi Siegmund Cuda, Oksana Taranenkoy
Department Leadership Roster
Zarina Zabrisky
Director
Zarina Zabrisky
Producer
Oleksandr Andriushchenko
Director of Photography
Artem Tsynskyi
Editor
Zarina Zabrisky
Writer
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What is Kherson: Human Safari about?
Kherson, Ukraine's embattled city, has endured invasion, occupation, and liberation. On February 24, 2022, Russian tanks entered Kherson, leading to brutal occupation marked by violence. Despite being outnumbered, local defense forces resisted, and citizens protested under the slogan "Kherson is Ukraine!" An underground resistance formed, led by brave individuals like journalist Valentyna and others who risked arrest and torture to support the cause. After nine months, Ukrainian forces liberated Kherson, but Russian destruction left the city in chaos. Shelling and drone attacks became relentless, and in June 2023, a dam explosion flooded the city, causing further devastation. Despite these challenges, Kherson's spirit remained unbroken, with citizens embracing arts and resilience. By August 2024, drone attacks specifically targeted civilians, yet the city resisted, determined to rebuild and reclaim its identity, refusing to succumb to ruin.
Who directed Kherson: Human Safari?
Kherson: Human Safari was directed by Zarina Zabrisky.
Who stars in Kherson: Human Safari?
The principal cast of Kherson: Human Safari includes Not specified.
When was Kherson: Human Safari released and how long is it?
Kherson: Human Safari was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.