Wounds

Lesia
Diak

Biography
Lesia Diak is a Ukrainian film director and producer. Her short films, which have garnered recognition at international film festivals, explore themes of genuine human connections, inner conflict, trauma and healing.
With a background in Communication, Diak expanded her expertise by graduating from DocNomads international documentary film directing Master’s programme in 2022.
She established DramaFree, a film production company dedicated to creating author-driven movies. Under this banner, she produced her feature-length documentary debut, ‘Dad’s Lullaby,’ a Ukrainian-Romanian-Croatian co-production.
Currently splitting her time between Lisbon and Kyiv, Diak continues to create thought-provoking content that resonates with audiences worldwide. Her work reflects a commitment to authentic storytelling and a deep understanding of the human condition, positioning her as a rising talent in the world of independent cinema.

Filmography
Wounds, short film, 24 min, 2024 Ukraine, Hungary, Belgium, Portugal
Director, DOP, editor, producer
Awards: Best Documentary, Zlin Film Festival (Czech Republic)
Under the Wing of A Night, short film, 19 min, 2023 Ukraine, Belgium, Belgium, Portugal
Director, DOP, editor, producer
Joszef In Autumn, short film, 12 min, 2022 Hungary, Belgium, Portugal
Co-director, Sound recordist

Rehabilitation program in the Carpathians. Three women mourning their children and husbands. They can't conceal their grief for the men who lost their lives during the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

This film screens as part of the programZlín Dog - Student Documentaries 2.