Ukraine is like porcelain- easy to break, but impossible to destroy.
Years after the onset of war in Ukraine, the nation continues to endure immense hardship, yet its spirit remains unbroken. The war has reshaped everyday life and emboldened Ukrainians to remain resilient in the face of aggression. The war in Ukraine has not only targeted infrastructure and civilian lives, it has also targeted Ukraine’s artists and cultural institutions. Museums, theaters, and other avenues of art have been deliberately attacked and destroyed as an attempt to erase identity and silence the voices that tell the Ukrainian story.
Yet, in times of crisis, art becomes even more essential—it preserves history, inspires resilience, and fosters a sense of unity. Despite the dangers they face, Ukrainian artists continue to create and share their work, using their craft as a powerful form of both language and resistance against oppression. Through music, painting, literature, and film, they ensure that Ukraine’s story is not forgotten.
Amidst this backdrop, Porcelain War, an Academy Award® nominee for Best Documentary Feature, captures the unyielding strength of the Ukrainian people through the lens of art and conflict. On February 10, 2025, Aspen Institute Kyiv in partnership with Aspen Health, Medicine & Society …read more
Source:: Aspen Institute
