Photophobia (2023)

Photophobia (2023) poster

On a cold February morning, 12-year-old Niki and his family arrive at the Kharkiv metro station to take shelter from the terrifying war raging outside. For Niki's family, daylight is synonymous with mortal danger, and the boy is not allowed to leave the station premises, living under the constant glow of their neon lights. While aimlessly wandering around the abandoned cars and full platforms, Niki meets Vika (11), and a new world opens up to him. As their bond strengthens, the children find the courage once again to feel the sun on their faces.

Director: Pavol Pekarčík, Ivan Ostrochovský
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Runtime: 71 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Michal Novinski, Roman Kurhan
Cinematography: Ivan Ostrochovský, Pavol Pekarčík
Editing: Ivan Ostrochovský, Pavol Pekarčík
Production: Punkchart films, Cinémotif Films, Arthouse Traffic, RTVS, Česká televize, Partizanfilm
Country: Czech Republic, Slovakia, Ukraine
Language: Pусский, Український
Original Language: sk

Keywords

underground, kharkiv (kharkov), ukraine

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Photophobia about?
On a cold February morning, 12-year-old Niki and his family arrive at the Kharkiv metro station to take shelter from the terrifying war raging outside. For Niki's family, daylight is synonymous with mortal danger, and the boy is not allowed to leave the station premises, living under the constant glow of their neon lights. While aimlessly wandering around the abandoned cars and full platforms, Niki meets Vika (11), and a new world opens up to him. As their bond strengthens, the children find the courage once again to feel the sun on their faces.
Who directed Photophobia?
Photophobia was directed by Pavol Pekarčík, Ivan Ostrochovský.
Who stars in Photophobia?
Photophobia stars Nikita Tyshchenko, Viktoriia Mats, Yana Yevdokymova, Yevhenii Borshch, Anna Tyshchenko, Vitaly Pavlovitch.
How long is Photophobia?
Photophobia has a runtime of 1h 11m (71 minutes).
What genre is Photophobia?
Photophobia is a Documentary, Drama film.
Where was Photophobia produced?
Photophobia was produced in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Ukraine.