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The film covers the impact of the aggression on Ukraine, focusing on the loss of life and infrastructure in the sports community. It details how more than 400 Ukrainian athletes were killed by Russian soldiers during the conflict. The destruction of sports facilities, including hundreds of stadiums, gyms, and pools, is also documented, illustrating the wider effects of war on youth and sports.
Additionally, the film addresses the plight of thousands of young athletes and children who fled Ukraine to seek safety in foreign countries. This aspect emphasizes the human cost of the conflict, particularly on the future of sports in Ukraine and the lives of its young athletes.
Why Watch
- •See the impact of war on Ukrainian athletes.
- •Find out about the destruction of sports facilities.
- •Meet young athletes who fled Ukraine.
Did You Know
•More than 400 Ukrainian athletes were killed during the conflict.
•Hundreds of stadiums, sports centers, gyms, and pools were destroyed.
•Thousands of young athletes and children fled Ukraine to foreign countries.
Perfect For
Sports historyUkrainian cultureWar documentaries