The film recreates the events of the first days of the full-scale invasion and the battle for a strategically important city that has become a symbol of resistance.

In the film, eyewitnesses—civilians and military personnel—share their personal memories of the capture and liberation of Hostomel. Their accounts reveal the dramatic details of the Russian airborne assault, the fighting for the town, and the tragedy of the destruction of the legendary ‘Mriya’ aircraft.

The filmmakers also focus on the heroic feat of 18-year-old conscripts who were the first to engage in battle against the Russian Federation’s elite airborne troops and combat helicopters. This is the story of young men who stood up to defend their country in the early hours of the invasion and showed extraordinary courage. Their feat is part of the collective memory of Ukrainians, and it is important to speak out about it.

The film was produced in collaboration with the local community and veterans to reveal the truth about the events that marked a turning point for the whole country.