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Vika follows a 17-year-old Ukrainian orphan named Vika, who has bright red hair and blue eyes. As she approaches the end of her time at a rural boarding school in Eastern Ukraine, she grapples with the separation from her younger sister, Arina, who was adopted by a family in Toronto in 2014. The film captures Vika's emotional struggle to maintain a connection with Arina, the only family member she has left.
The narrative centers on Vika's ultimate goal of reuniting with Arina and starting a new life in Canada. The film presents a personal story set against the backdrop of the Ukrainian revolution, emphasizing the impact of adoption and separation on familial bonds.
Why Watch
- •Meet Vika, a determined Ukrainian orphan.
- •Follow Vika's quest to reunite with her sister Arina.
- •See the impact of adoption on family bonds.
Did You Know
•Vika is 17 years old and has not seen her sister Arina since 2014.
•Arina was adopted by a family in Toronto during the Ukrainian revolution.
•The film has a duration of 26 minutes.
Perfect For
Ukrainian cultureAdoption storiesSibling relationships