Wounded Land now on TheArchive
This week’s blog post highlights the documentary Wounded Land , which was originally supposed to be a film about the famous and historic winemaking regions of Ukraine. Their plans changed however when Russia further invaded, causing director Roman Zajac and cinematographer Andriy Semenyuk to pivot to creating a powerful film about the devastation of war , resilience, and the strength of the human spirit. Even during a major war, a resilient group of winemakers continues to cultivate their passion amidst the dark clouds of conflict. For years, these dedicated individuals have produced exceptional wines, but their journey has been fraught with challenges as the country faces the turmoil of war with Russia . Due to this devastating war, more than 14 million Ukrainians have left their homes . The global repercussions of the war also have significant consequences felt in agricultural markets and food security. Ukrainian agriculture has suffered extensive damage, resulting in a mounting p