Ukrainian director and videographer

, whose film won the first "

" for Ukraine, reacted to his victory.

Yes, recently it became known that Ukraine became

.

The Ukrainian documentary film "20 days in Mariupol" won recognition in the nomination for "Best full-length documentary".

After announcing the title of the film, the Ukrainian delegation could not contain their emotions from such a historic moment.

So, when they got on stage, the Ukrainian filmmakers received their well-deserved bronze statuette.

And then the director of the documentary, Mstislav Chernov, delivered a powerful speech in front of world-famous stars and film artists and touched everyone present with his words.

Mstislav Chernov / Photo: Associated Press

"It is a great honor for me to stand on this big stage. I am probably the first one who would like that I never had to shoot this film, for which I am receiving an award. And that Russia never attacked Ukraine and occupied our cities. I I would give it all to keep Russia from killing tens of thousands of my fellow citizens. I would give it all to free all the prisoners of war, all the soldiers who defended their land, all the civilians who are now being tortured by Russia. But I cannot change history, the past . But we, together with the most talented people in the world, can do something to correct history and that the truth will prevail. And that the people from Mariupol and those who gave their lives will never be forgotten. Because cinema creates memories, and memories create history. Thank you all !", - the director of the film "20 Days in Mariupol" Mstislav Chernov proudly announced from the stage.

And the Ukrainian film artist finished with the phrase: "Glory to Ukraine!".

In addition, in a comment to the foreign publication Vanity Fair, Mstislav added that he wants the film "20 days in Mariupol" to have a significant impact on foreigners: "I hope it will bring the story to more people, and they will see and hear Ukrainians."

We will remind, on the night of March 11, the 96th "Oscar-2024" ceremony took place.

are already known

.