Anya Stasenko and Slava Leontyev, Ukrainian ceramics artists, remained in Kharkiv during the Russian invasion to document their experiences through the film 'Porcelain War'. Premiering at Sundance 2024, the documentary won the top prize, prompting the couple to raise awareness for Ukraine from the US. Leontyev, a former weapons instructor, expresses a complex emotional response to creating the film while being away from Ukraine, noting the pain of missing loved ones but not feeling guilt for participating in art as a form of resistance against the war.
I never felt guilty, but I really miss people. When I picked up my camera, someone had to pick up a rifle in my place, literally.
Your camera is a powerful weapon. More impactful than a rifle. It was only possible to make this movie because my unit completely supported us.
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