Beyond Bucha Update

I'm pleased to share that, after a year of filming, the editing process for Beyond Bucha is now well underway.

We’ve already developed a preliminary trailer and several edited reels from our recent production tour and last year’s holiday shoots. After my recent five-week trip to Ukraine, we now have enough footage for two films!

During my visit, I captured the resilience of Ukraine’s cities, including Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, and others. Contrary to perceptions of widespread destruction, our footage showcases vibrant cities with lovely hotels, bustling malls, clean streets, and reliable trains—all amidst ongoing sirens and the occasional explosion. The unshakable confidence and resilience of Ukrainians shine through.

We’ve adjusted our timeline and plan to release a series of short films starting in February 2025. These shorts will focus on topics such as:

• Religious freedom in Ukraine
• The evangelical movement, including women pastors
• The war’s impact on churches and congregations
• The Orthodox schism and government actions against Moscow-affiliated priests
• PTSD among soldiers, civilians, and children—and how churches are helping

Each 10–15 minute segment will include clergy interviews and footage from cities and churches visited. Five-minute versions will be tailored for social media to engage leaders and influencers in the USA.

The final feature film is scheduled for release in Spring/Summer 2025 and will combine these shorts into a comprehensive production with versions of 90, 60, 30, and 15 minutes.

Rewards Update
Thank you to our incredible supporters! Your rewards will soon be on their way.

Thanks to your generosity, we’ve raised 75% of our $42,738 budget. However, we need $10,000 to finalize post-production, with $5,000 urgently required for editing to keep us on schedule. Timely funding will ensure the film’s relevance and quality as pivotal decisions about Ukraine’s future unfold.

The 30mm brass angel candlesticks have finally arrived in the USA after a challenging journey from the skilled artisans at the Forge in Vinnytsia. These extraordinary pieces, crafted from spent 30mm anti-aircraft shell casings, will soon be shipped to our Angel-level contributors ($500). In addition, the small flags from Kyiv and Beyond Bucha posters will be sent out to contributors in the coming days.

Looking for a truly unique (and tax-deductible) Christmas gift for the Ukraine supporter in your life? These candlesticks are the perfect choice!

Your support enables us to create a high-quality film that highlights Ukraine’s resilience and religious freedom. Together, we can make an impact and share these vital stories with the world.

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