Draft:+380 Kyiv, Ukraine

+380 | Kyiv, Ukraine, is a 2022 Ukrainian short film directed by Andrew Opryshko and starring Troy Bronson. The film is celebrated for its innovative storytelling and Bronson's excellence in non-verbal acting, receiving critical acclaim across the international film festival circuit.

Plot
A nameless mercenary spy suffers from schizoaffective disorder. Roaming the streets of Kyiv at night, he confronts his demons against the backdrop of distant war missiles, until a mysterious call beckons him.

Cast

 * Troy Bronson as nameless mercenary spy

Production
Directed by Andrew Opryshko, the film was shot on location in Kyiv, Ukraine. The production faced the challenge of capturing the essence of the city under the shadow of conflict, all while conveying a deeply personal and psychological narrative through visual storytelling.

Reception
The film's portrayal of mental illness and the spy genre garnered it the Outstanding Achievement Award at the World Film Carnival Singapore and the prestigious Honorary Awardee title at the Golden Merlion Awards 2022, marking its standout presence among over 675 entries in 53 categories. Cult Critic highlighted +380 | Kyiv, Ukraine for its significant contribution to non-verbal cinematic expression.

Awards and nominations

 * Outstanding Achievement Award, World Film Carnival Singapore, 2022
 * Honorary Awardee, WFC Golden Merlion Awards, 2022
 * Best Short 1 - 5min Nominee, Couch Film Festival, 2022
 * Grand Prize Winner for Best Short Film, Depth of Field International Film Festival Competition, 2023
 * Best Experimental Micro Film Nominee, Oregon Short Film Festival, 2022
 * Ultra Short Nominee, AltFF Alternative Film Festival, 2022
 * Super Short Films Nominee, AltFF Alternative Film Festival, 2022
 * July Award for Best Short Film Nominee, Life Screenings International Film Festival, 2022
 * Short Film Award Winner, Wallachia International Film Festival, 2022
 * Best One Minute Film Winner, World Film Carnival, Singapore, 2022
 * Best 1 Minute Film Nominee, Luleå International Film Festival, 2022
 * Best Short Screenplay Winner, Dubai Independent Film Festival, 2022