Cyborgs: Heroes Never Die (2017) May 2026

December 7, 2017 (timed for the anniversary of the Ukrainian Armed Forces). Duration: 113 minutes. Language: Ukrainian and Russian.

The title refers to the nickname given to Ukrainian defenders of Donetsk Airport by pro-Russian forces. The attackers supposedly called them "cyborgs" because they seemed inhumanly resistant to constant shelling and extreme conditions. The term was later adopted by Ukrainians as a symbol of national resilience. 🛡️ Narrative & Themes Cyborgs: Heroes Never Die (2017)

Soldiers grapple with what it means to be Ukrainian in a multilingual, multi-ethnic state. December 7, 2017 (timed for the anniversary of

Characters argue about the Soviet past vs. a European future. Cyborgs: Heroes Never Die (2017)

Natalia Vorozhbyt (based on interviews with real defenders). 📖 The "Cyborgs" Legend

The ensemble cast represents different social strata of Ukraine: