Private Project

SHREDS

2015, Ukraine. Two brothers from the Donbas - the younger Kolya and the older Kostya flee the war to the capital and settle in Irpin near Kyiv. They have different views on what is happening and what to do next. Kolya, despite the punishments and risks, regularly goes to square to get the attention of the goverment. Kostya is a practical thinker - he wants him and his brother to leave the country, find a job and get a chance for a better future. The tension between Kolya and Kostya is growing, especially since the argument about the war is not the only thing that separates the brothers. "Shreds" was shot three days before the start of a full-scale invasion.

  • Igor Gavva
    Director
  • Igor Gavva
    Writer
  • Igor Gavva
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    September 15, 2022
  • Country of Origin:
    Ukraine
  • Country of Filming:
    Ukraine
  • Language:
    Russian, Ukrainian
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • 63rd Krakow Film Festival
    Krakow
    Poland
    May 31, 2023
    World premiere
  • Festival de Cannes
    Cannes
    France
    Short Film Corner
  • 52nd Lubuskie Lato Filmowe
    Lagow
    Poland
    June 30, 2023
    Official selection
  • BIAFF
    Batumi
    Georgia
    September 17, 2023
    Official selection
  • RIFF - Rome Independent Film Festival
    Rome
    Italy
    Official selection
  • Lublin Film Festival
    Lublin
    Poland
    Official selection
  • PTAKH - Ukraine International Film Festival in UK
    London
    United Kingdom
    Best short film
Director Biography - Igor Gavva

Igor Gavva, born in 1987 in Moldova, pursued his professional education at the Kyiv State College of Variety and Circus Arts in Ukraine. During his career as a circus performer, he showcased his talent at international festivals, on television, and in various circus shows. Following his successful career as an artist, Igor transitioned to film directing, where he continues to bring his creative vision to life.

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