Kherson: Human Safari
"Imagine drones circling your neighborhood - hunting you."
Released just last year. Kherson: Human Safari is a documentary/war film. directed by Zarina Zabrisky. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Kherson, Ukraine's embattled city, has endured invasion, occupation, and liberation. On February 24, 2022, Russian tanks entered Kherson, leading to brutal occupation marked by violence. Despite being outnumbered, local defense forces resisted, and citizens protested under the slogan "Kherson is Ukraine!" An underground resistance formed, led by brave individuals like journalist Valentyna and others who risked arrest and torture to support the cause. After nine months, Ukrainian forces liberated Kherson, but Russian destruction left the city in chaos. Shelling and drone attacks became relentless, and in June 2023, a dam explosion flooded the city, causing further devastation. Despite these challenges, Kherson's spirit remained unbroken, with citizens embracing arts and resilience. By August 2024, drone attacks specifically targeted civilians, yet the city resisted, determined to rebuild and reclaim its identity, refusing to succumb to ruin.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 14, 2025
5 months ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
Budget
$30K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $30,000
Production Companies
- Zarina Zabrisky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kherson: Human Safari about?
Kherson, Ukraine's embattled city, has endured invasion, occupation, and liberation. On February 24, 2022, Russian tanks entered Kherson, leading to brutal occupation marked by violence. Despite be...
Who directed Kherson: Human Safari?
Kherson: Human Safari was directed by Zarina Zabrisky.
How long is Kherson: Human Safari?
Kherson: Human Safari has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Kherson: Human Safari released?
Kherson: Human Safari was released on August 14, 2025 in theaters.