Spell Your Name
Synopsis
The film is based on the testimonies of Holocaust survivors, recorded by the Shoah Foundation, The Institue for Visual History and Education in Ukraine, between 1994 and 1998. It also features the stories of the Righteous Among the Nations, who helped Jewish children—and even entire families—to hide and survive. The film also explores the historical consequences of the events of the Second World War. Three female students from the Faculty of Journalism at Taras Shevchenko National University also feature in the film, transcribing the witnesses’ testimonies for the production. Their thoughts and comments lend the film a special resonance, reflecting the personal engagement of today’s young people with the tragic chapters of our country’s past.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Serhii Bukovskyi
- Original Title
- Spell Your Name
- Country of Origin
- Ukraine, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Russian, Ukrainian
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Plus Films, USC Shoah Foundation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Serhii Bukovskyi
Roman Yelenskyi
Victor Pinchuk, Steven Spielberg
Department Leadership Roster
Serhii Bukovskyi
Director
Roman Yelenskyi
Director of Photography
Victor Pinchuk
Producer
Steven Spielberg
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spell Your Name
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What is Spell Your Name about?
The film is based on the testimonies of Holocaust survivors, recorded by the Shoah Foundation, The Institue for Visual History and Education in Ukraine, between 1994 and 1998. It also features the stories of the Righteous Among the Nations, who helped Jewish children—and even entire families—to hide and survive. The film also explores the historical consequences of the events of the Second World War. Three female students from the Faculty of Journalism at Taras Shevchenko National University also feature in the film, transcribing the witnesses’ testimonies for the production. Their thoughts and comments lend the film a special resonance, reflecting the personal engagement of today’s young people with the tragic chapters of our country’s past.
Who directed Spell Your Name?
Spell Your Name was directed by Serhii Bukovskyi.
Who stars in Spell Your Name?
The principal cast of Spell Your Name includes Polina Bel'skaia, Maryna Chaika, Mariia Egorycheva-Glagoleva.
When was Spell Your Name released and how long is it?
Spell Your Name was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.