Movies Similar to Promises (2022)

When Russia invades Ukraine, a group of Ukrainian journalists finds themselves trapped in the besieged city of Mariupol. They fight to continue their work, documenting the war's horrors.

In Ukraine, what began as peaceful student protests escalated into a violent revolution and a widespread movement for civil rights over a period of 93 days.

Against the backdrop of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a celebrated contemporary dance company grapples with a profound crisis. Questioning their place in the world and their art's meaning, the dancers seek…

Sean Penn and Aaron Kaufman's documentary captures events leading up to and following the Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The film includes multiple interviews with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Kherson, Ukraine, has experienced invasion, occupation, and liberation. In February 2022, Russian forces entered the city, beginning a brutal occupation with widespread violence. Local defenders and citizens protested, declaring "Kherson is Ukraine!"…

As Russia invades Ukraine in February 2022, Volodymyr Zelensky, the Ukrainian president, becomes a surprising symbol of resistance. Instead of leaving the country as many urged, he chooses to remain in Kyiv…

A decade ago, Volodymyr Zelensky was a familiar face on Ukrainian television. He rose to fame in the 2015 satirical series *Servant of the People*, portraying a history teacher who unexpectedly becomes…

In February 2022, Yevhen and his friends volunteered for the front line as first aid responders. They worked to save lives and evacuate the injured. This film follows their experiences over six…

A year after the start of the major Russian invasion of Ukraine, philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy documents the war firsthand in this diary, covering the latter half of 2022. Visiting locations like Kharkiv,…

Checkpoint Zoo tells the story of a brave rescue mission. A dedicated team of zookeepers and volunteers put themselves in danger to save thousands of animals trapped in a zoo located behind…

Fleeing the war in Ukraine, Olga and her granddaughter Milana journey to a summer camp in the Austrian Alps. There, they aim to challenge themselves and deepen their connection.

Fleeing war in their Russian border village, a family of five seeks refuge in the isolated farming village of Mshanets. They begin rebuilding their lives there. Two documentary filmmakers arrive, drawn to…

Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a large number of dogs and cats were left behind, leading to a surge in their population with unexpected results.

This film explores themes of courage, love, and loss as young people undertake dangerous, self-funded missions to rescue families in Ukraine's war-torn frontline towns. The story is told directly through their experiences,…

The Ukrainian city of Bucha has been devastated by war, and its people have faced horrific violence and hardship. Despite the immense suffering, this powerful film portrays the enduring strength and determination…

From February to April 2025, filmmakers Bernard-Henri Lévy and Marc Roussel documented the Pokrovsk and Soumy fronts in eastern Ukraine. They followed the Anne de Kyiv Brigade, a French-armed fighting unit, capturing…

This film chronicles the 2013-2014 Ukrainian revolution in Kyiv, sparked by protests against President Viktor Yanukovych's regime. It follows the revolution’s progression, from large-scale, peaceful demonstrations – at one point drawing half…

Director Steve York examines the disputed 2004 Ukrainian presidential election. Candidate Viktor Yushchenko was poisoned shortly before the vote, and his rival Viktor Yanukovych was declared the winner. This sparked massive protests…

"Stronger than Arms" tells the story of those who shaped a new Ukraine, from the Euromaidan protests through the conflict in the East. It's a history of people and events that ignited…

In 1975, Dynamo Kyiv made history as the first Soviet team to win a major European championship. The team's quick ascent is largely credited to Valeri Vasilievich Lobanovskyi, whose management techniques are…

Based on Holocaust survivor testimonies from the USC Shoah Foundation, director Sergey Bukovsky joins Ukrainian students in exploring the stories of Ukrainians who escaped Nazi execution and those who aided others during…

This documentary explores the life of Henry Marsh, an English neurosurgeon working in Ukraine, revealing the difficult choices and heavy emotional weight inherent in his demanding profession.

This documentary chronicles the origins and evolution of the Ukrainian National Football Team from 1992 to 2022. It details the team's formation and its subsequent development over those three decades.

On Lida's 70th birthday, her grandson Lev returns to Ukraine after years in the United States. He documents his grandmother's life on her rural homestead as she prepares for her birthday celebration.…

The film chronicles the period in Western Ukraine leading up to World War II, covering the arrival of Soviet control, shifts in national borders, and the loss of entire nations. Drawing on…

In 2022, filmmaker Mantas Kvedaravičius returned to war-torn Mariupol, Ukraine, to reconnect with the people he had filmed in 2015. After his death, his producers and collaborators are dedicated to sharing his…

In 1920s Ukraine, "Slovo House" housed a vibrant community of artists, poets, and playwrights. Though established with Stalin's blessing as a communist ideal, the building soon transformed into a prison. The harsh…

The film follows ordinary people who dedicate their lives to defending their country after a democratic revolution. They leave behind everything to fight a Russian invasion, in a war that has resulted…

This film presents personal stories from a diverse group of Ukrainians: civilians, children, soldiers, doctors, the elderly, journalists, religious leaders, and international volunteers. These are just a few of the millions whose…

Filmmaker Olly Lambert joins volunteer special forces on Ukraine's southern front as they prepare to recapture Kherson. The film centers on "Hummer," a seasoned military commander who unexpectedly becomes responsible for guiding…

Viktor, born deaf, is deeply fascinated by samurai warriors. His idealized view of war is challenged when bombs begin falling on his home in Kharkiv.