Memory

Memory is an autobiographical hybrid film that follows Vladlena, a young girl who moves from Crimea to Grozny following the divorce of her parents. The story explores how her life, family, and city were altered by the outbreak of war in Chechnya. Looking back on these experiences, the filmmaker examines the ways in which children are shaped by persistent cycles of violence and considers the possibility of healing and transformation.

The film was written and directed by Vladlena Sandu and produced by Yanna Buryak. This production is a collaboration between companies in Russia, the Netherlands, France, and the Netherlands Antilles. As a blend of documentary and drama, the movie has a runtime of 98 minutes. On IMDb, the film has received a rating of 7.3/10 based on 96 votes.