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About the documentary

When Russian forces invaded Ukraine, Nika, the family dog of director Stas Kapralov went missing. Determined to find her, Stas sets out into a war-ravaged country and, in the process, gets drawn into a world of volunteers risking everything to save abandoned animals. His personal quest transforms into a humanitarian mission as Stas takes part in saving a blind lion, evacuating animals amidst bombings, and along the way, capturing stories of bravery and compassion. By the end of his journey, Stas finally learns the fate of his missing Nika.

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URSA

URSA is a public organization dedicated to protecting animal rights which, since the beginning of the war, has fed over 150,000 animals in the conflict zones. The URSA team, risking their lives under constant shelling, evacuated over 100 animals from the combat zone and established their own center for rescued animals. This small yet comfortable center provides a safe haven for the innocent victims of human cruelty and war. Here, the four-legged companions work with dog trainers and animal psychologists, as they learn to trust people once again and await their chance to find their new, loving families.

UAnimals

UAnimals is Ukrainian humanitarian movement, which was established in 2016 by community activist Oleksandr Todorchuk. Believing that every life is precious, UAnimals advocate for the welfare and rights of animals, and aim to make Ukraine free from animal cruelty. Since the beginning of Russian invasion of Ukraine, they actively help animals within war zones: evacuate, provide feed and medicines for shelters.