As a result of a terrible car accident, young Ukrainian athlete Oksana Boturchuk suffers several serious injuries, almost losing her eyesight. However, after long rehabilitation and a returning to incredible training, she is able to conquer a gold medal at the Paralympic Games in Beijing.
Acting
Babenko's physical transformation — she trained blindfolded for months.
Practical Effects
Real Paralympic athletes as extras, no CGI needed.
Direction
Chebotarenko's documentary background grounds every melodramatic beat.
Director
Serhii Chebotarenko
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Real Oksana Boturchuk appears in the final shot alongside Babenko — spot the differences.
First Ukrainian film to receive government funding specifically for Paralympic representation, released during 2021 Tokyo Games as unofficial morale boost.
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