Sanatorium (British & Irish Film Festival Luxembourg)
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- documentary
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film
The 16th annual British & Irish Film Festival Luxembourg (BIFFL) - AUTUMN EDITION.
Country: Ireland, Ukraine, France
Genre: Documentary
Duration: 90 minutes
Directed by: Gar O'Rourke
Starring: Vicky Krieps, Jim Sheridan, John Connors, Aidan Gillen, Colm Meaney, Claire Johnston, Gilbert Johnston.
Synopsis: On the outskirts of Odesa, stands Kuyalnyk Sanatorium. Each summer, thousands of Ukrainians come here, drawn by Soviet-era therapies and the chance to relax beside the salt lake. The biggest attraction though is the mysterious black mud, said to cure infertility, physical disabilities, and other ailments. **Sanatorium** takes us through a summer season at this place, following the staff as they work hard to provide care, comfort, and entertainment for visitors – even with the war nearby. For the guests, it’s a time to seek healing, love, and renewal. Despite the airstrikes close by, there’s something about the pastel pink and lime green halls of the sanatorium that keeps pulling people back.
In collaboration with CinEast. Confirmed as Ireland's entry into the 2026 Academy Awards Best International Feature Film.
Language: Ukrainian with English subtitles.
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Screening at the British & Irish Film Festival Luxembourg - Autumn Edition. In collaboration with CinEast. Language: Ukrainian with English subtitles.
Where does it take place?
Ciné Utopia
16 Av. de la Faiencerie
1510 Limpertsberg Luxembourg
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