Ukraine: The People's Fight

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Filmed over two months in southern Ukraine, this critically acclaimed observational film shadows seven special forces soldiers as they fight on the frontline in an attempt to retake their home city of Kherson. Led by a seasoned army veteran known only as “Hummer”, what’s remarkable about the unit is not so much what they’re doing, but who they are - mostly complete rookies with no military experience, and united by a seemingly unshakable determination to win.

But working with inexperienced soldiers who are not used to obeying orders tests both Hummer’s patience and his abilities. And the pressure only intensifies when he learns that one of the new, novice soldiers joining the fight is his own young brother.

“Extraordinary. An inspiring, persuasive first draft of history.” The Telegraph

“Dazzling, intimate documentary-making... A visceral, close-up view of modern warfare.” The Times

“A superb, on-the-ground portrait of a nation refusing to give in.” Anita Singh, Daily Telegraph

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Original publisher: BBC