Ukrainian film director, screenwriter, and actor, born on October 17, 1974, in Kyiv. A graduate of the Kyiv National I. K. Karpenko-Kary Theatre, Cinema and Television University, he gained international recognition with his debut feature film, "The Tribe" (2014), which won multiple awards, including the Critics' Week Grand Prize at Cannes. Known for his innovative storytelling and unique cinematic style, he explores themes of communication and social issues, often using non-traditional narratives.