We Are Not Dead Yet

About This Movie

We Are Not Dead Yet captures a fleeting moment among a group of young Ukrainians on the brink of adulthood. The film unfolds on a single summer night, where dreams and fears collide against the backdrop of an impending draft. The atmosphere is heavy yet hopeful, with a small-town intimacy that draws you in. You can feel the weight of their choices as they grapple with the prospect of war or escape. Performances are raw and genuine; it's not about grand gestures but those quiet moments of connection. The pacing feels organic, almost like a real summer night, where time stretches and compresses. It’s distinctive in its focus on youth caught in the limbo of uncertain futures, revealing the personal toll of larger conflicts.

Intimate character studyStrong emphasis on dialogueExploration of youth in crisis