The new documentary INVISIBLE draws attention to civilian hostages who still remain in Russian captivity.
The documentary “Invisible” draws attention to the thousands of civilians who still remain in Russian captivity in the temporarily occupied territories and in Russian prisons and who need international support. “Invisible” showcases three stories of civic activists and volunteers, along with the testimony of a Ukrainian teenager, all subjected to fabricated charges and unimaginable hardships. Despite enduring hunger, torture, and forced labor, they remain determined to seek justice. The documentary aims to raise awareness and inspire action: with thousands of civilians still trapped in Russian captivity, it’s imperative to shed light on the challenges faced by civilians held in Russian captivity.
This is a film not about pain and hopelessness, but about struggle and fortitude. With their stories, the protagonists give hope to other civilians who still remain in Russian captivity.
Today, according to the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, thousands of civilians are being held in Russian captivity. Although no one knows the real numbers, because the Russian Federation hide them, realizing that this is an international crime. Even relatives often do not know where their loved ones are kept, so civilian prisoners remain invisible.
They are usually kept in terrible conditions, without access to medical assistance, drinking water and hygiene products. During interrogations, civilians are beaten and tortured with electric currents, forced to sign incomplete documents. They are subjected to sexual and psychological abuse, and also deprived of the protection of independent lawyers. International organizations are also not allowed to monitor such a place of detention.
Public awareness combined with international support is extremely important to help civilian captives become visible and create the real mechanism for their release.
The documentary “INVISIBLE” was made by HR Production and Human Rights Protection Group SICH with the support of the Deutsche Welle Akademie and EU.
Language: Ukrainian/Russian with English subtitles
Duration: 43 minutes
