From February 13 to 15, Mykola Tochytskyi, the Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine, visited Germany to meet cultural institutions and discuss support for Ukrainian cinema and artists working during the war.
On February 13, Mykola Tochytskyi met with Hermann Parzinger, President of the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation, and Martin Hoernes, Secretary General of the Ernst von Siemens Art Foundation, to discuss exhibiting Ukrainian museum collections in Germany, training programs for Ukrainian restorers, and protecting Ukraine’s cultural heritage.
In the photo, Hermann Parzinger, President of the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation, is with Mykola Tochytskyi
In the photo, Martin Hoernes, Secretary General of the Ernst von Siemens Art Foundation, stands with Mykola Tochytskyi
Later, he met with Stefan Rößel, Deputy Director-General for Culture and Society at Germany’s Federal Foreign Office, to discuss support for Ukrainian media, funding for the sector, and strengthening bilateral cooperation.
During the Berlin visit, there was a meeting at the German Foreign Ministry
On February 14 in Berlin, the “Schall&Rausch” festival premiered “GAIA-24. Opera del mondo” by Ukrainian composers Roman Grygoriv and Illia Razumeiko. Ukraine’s Minister attended, emphasizing its role in cultural diplomacy.
That day, he also met with representatives of the European Solidarity Fund for Ukrainian Films (ESFUF) and the Association of Directors of European Film Agencies to discuss promoting Ukrainian cinema, securing film production funding, and supporting young filmmakers. He also addressed challenges in state support for Ukraine’s film industry.
This image shows a panel discussion on supporting Ukrainian cinema at the European Film Market (EFM)
On February 15, during the Berlin International Film Festival, the European Film Market (EFM) held a panel on advancing Ukrainian cinema. The Solidarity Fund presented its two-year report and announced new funding recipients. Mykola Tochytskyi expressed gratitude to international partners, especially the Solidarity Fund, for their support.
This image shows a panel discussion on supporting Ukrainian cinema at the European Film Market (EFM)
He also acknowledged the German Federal Archives for digitizing nine Ukrainian films from 1919–1940, including “Welcome to the Transition” (1932), previously thought lost.
This image shows a panel discussion on supporting Ukrainian cinema at the European Film Market (EFM)
“This is a remarkable example of cultural diplomacy in cinema – a model we aim to expand across other cultural fields”, stated Mykola Tochytskyi.
Mykola Tochytskyi visited the Ukrainian National Stand at the European Film Market (EFM)
He also visited the Ukrainian National Stand at the European Film Market, which showcases Ukrainian films and fosters international collaboration. This year’s stand was organized with support from the Ukrainian State Film Agency, the Ukrainian Film Industry Association, the Ukrainian Cinema Association, and NGO UkrKinoFest, in cooperation with the European Film Market.
That evening, the Embassy of Ukraine in Germany hosted a special event celebrating “Timestamp” by Ukrainian director Kateryna Gornostai, featured in the 75th Berlin International Film Festival competition.
This photo captures an event at the Embassy of Ukraine in Germany celebrating “Timestamp”’s participation in the competition program of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival
In his address, Mykola Tochytskyi emphasized Ukrainian cinema’s global importance, calling film a powerful tool for sharing Ukraine’s truth. He congratulated the “Timestamp” team on their Berlinale selection and reaffirmed cinema’s role in cultural diplomacy. He also expressed gratitude to those advancing Ukrainian cinema and ensuring its stories reach the world.
This photo captures an event at the Embassy of Ukraine in Germany celebrating “Timestamp”’s participation in the competition program of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival
This photo captures an event at the Embassy of Ukraine in Germany celebrating “Timestamp”’s participation in the competition program of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival
This photo captures an event at the Embassy of Ukraine in Germany celebrating “Timestamp”’s participation in the competition program of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival
