The Odesa ‘Potemkin’ Steps

In Ukraine by martycine@gmail.com

A symbol for the fight against injustice. These are the legendary Odesa Steps on which the “The Battleship Potemkin” was shot, depicting Russian soldiers slaughtering Ukrainian civilians.

Schmoozing at Shul in Kyiv

In Ukraine by martycine@gmail.com

Only a few people showed up, but it was sweet, warm, and familiar.  And a dramatic contrast to the heartbreak I’ve been shooting all day.  Shabbat shalom!

Just got very real.

In Ukraine by martycine@gmail.com

At a cafe in central Lviv, Rynok Square – the sirens went off. Most people in the and on the street casually went downstairs to the basement bar. Then the lights went out. 5 missiles hit the city above us. We have to stop them.

Premise

In Ukraine by martycine@gmail.com

I decided to become a filmmaker to make a difference in the world. To share my values — what I see going on, what I feel is important. Human values, that can be understood and shared by people in every culture. Compassion, kindness, generosity, justice. And tell stories about what people will find interesting, entertaining, and maybe even inspiring. I’ve …