Fragile Memory
By Ihor Ivanko
2022 | 85 min | Biography
The Ukranian grandson of filmmaker Leonid Burlaka draws a rich picture of Soviet history with archive footage of his grandfather.
Ihor Ivanko
DirectorIhor Ivanko is a Ukrainian actor known for his work in films such as "Atlantis" (2019) and "The Rising Hawk" (2019). He has also appeared in various Ukrainian TV series. Ivanko's performance in "The Rising Hawk" earned him critical acclaim. He continues to establish himself as a talented actor in the Ukrainian film industry.
Films
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