Sergei Loznitsa

Film director and screenwriter

Sergei Loznitsa - Artists & Creatives born September 5th, 1964
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Born in Belarus and based in Ukraine, this director and screenwriter created a significant body of work focused on documentary and narrative films. Graduated from the Kyiv National I.K. Karpenko-Kary Theatre, Cinema and Television University. Directed both feature films and acclaimed documentaries, often exploring themes of history and memory. Gained international recognition for works that critique social and political systems.

Directed 'Donbass'

Created 'A Gentle Creature'

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