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Iryna Tsilyk

Iryna Tsilyk is an award-winning Ukrainian filmmaker and writer. She is a member of European Film Academy and PEN Ukraine.

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Opinion: Facing Ukraine’s south

by Iryna Tsilyk
One of the key insights I’ve gained about myself during this war has been that I held onto preconceived notions not only about foreigners but my fellow Ukrainian citizens. As a filmmaker and writer, I recognize the significance of the optics we rely on to perceive certain things. That's why, since the early years of the war, I’ve extensively traveled to witness everything I can firsthand. This has led to literary readings in front-line cities, meetings with members of the military and civilians