Private Project

Silenced, We Sing

In an isolated, war-torn land, a weary poet and a fiery young rebel confront the crushing weight of imperial oppression. Haunted by years of bloodshed, the poet urges acceptance, while the rebel’s unyielding hope demands defiance.

  • Anastasiia Polyakov
    Director
  • Anastasiia Polyakov
    Writer
  • Bogdana Preobrazhenskaya
    Producer
  • Michael Short
    Key Cast
    "Poet"
  • Stephen Geis
    Key Cast
    "Rebel"
  • Bryan Mitchell
    Key Cast
    "Imperial Soldier"
  • Bogdana Preobrazhenskaya
    Editor
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 44 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 23, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    3,200 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English, Ukrainian
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - American University
Director - Anastasiia Polyakov
Director Statement

The fight for freedom is merciless and cruel;
it is fought with guns but won with culture.