Over a summer season, guests at Kuyalnik Sanatorium receive medical treatments while fearing airstrikes from the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War.
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Over a summer season, guests at Kuyalnik Sanatorium receive medical treatments while fearing airstrikes from the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War.
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Synopsis
At Kuyalnik Sanatorium, a sprawling brutalist structure near Odesa, residents seek healing amid the backdrop of the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War. The film captures daily life within the sanatorium, where guests receive medical treatments and engage in social activities. Staff members navigate the challenges of providing care while air raid sirens prompt guests to move to the basement for safety. Shot over a summer season, the documentary reflects the interplay of routine and uncertainty in a time of conflict.
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Why Watch
- See life at Kuyalnik Sanatorium during wartime.
- Meet residents coping with the impact of war.
- Find out how staff maintain routines amid conflict.
Did You Know
- Sanatorium premiered on March 24, 2025, at the Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival.
- The film was shot during a summer season in 2025.
- Kuyalnik Sanatorium is located just outside Odesa, Ukraine.
- Sanatorium was the Irish entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards.
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Who directed the documentary Sanatorium?
Sanatorium was directed by Gar O'Rourke in his directorial debut.
When did Sanatorium have its world premiere?
Sanatorium had its world premiere on March 24, 2025, at the 22nd Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival.
What is the runtime of the documentary Sanatorium?
Sanatorium has a runtime of 91 minutes.
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