Mstislav Chernov and Serhiy Loznytsia: Ukrainian filmmakers among the new members of the American Film Academy

Ukrainian directors Mstislav Chernov and Serhiy Loznytsia received an invitation to join the American Film Academy. This news has already caused a stir in the world of cinematography, because both artists have a significant influence on the development of documentary cinema.

Mstislav Chernov: from frontline realities to the film academy

Mstislav Chernov, who is known not only as a documentary filmmaker, but also as a military correspondent, became one of the 487 artists invited to the Academy this year. His film "20 days in Mariupol", which won an Oscar in the "Documentary" category, became a real symbol of the indomitability of the Ukrainian people.

"We are delighted to welcome this year's group of new members to the Academy. These extremely talented artists and professionals from around the world have made a significant impact on our filmmaking community, "

Academy CEO Bill Kramer and President Janet Young said.

Serhiy Loznytsia: a controversial path to recognition

The invitation of Serhiy Loznytsia attracted no less attention. In March 2022, he was expelled from the Ukrainian Film Academy due to the participation of his films in the program of the Russian film festival. Despite this, Loznytsia continues his career, and now he has been invited to the American Film Academy.

New faces in the film academy: who else joined

In addition to Ukrainian directors, new members of the Academy include such names as the director of the film "Anatomy of the Fall" Justin Trier and the actress of this film Sandra Guller, the star of the film "Killers of the Flower Full" Lily Gladstone and many others. Joining these artists will make the next voting for the winners of the "Oscar" even more interesting.

Significance for Ukraine and forecast for the future

The invitation of Mstislav Chernov and Serhiy Loznytsia to the American Film Academy is an important step for Ukrainian cinematography. This is not only recognition of their talent, but also an opportunity for Ukraine to further assert itself on the world stage.

Ukrainian filmmakers continue to prove that even in the most difficult conditions they can create masterpieces that captivate and inspire.

Editor: Yana Davydiuk