Synopsis
Oleg’s Choice gives a unique and personal perspective to the conflict in the Ukraine.
Since the summer of 2014, thousands of young Russians poured into the Donbass Region of Eastern Ukraine. Driven by propaganda on Russian television, they believed they were fulfilling their patriotic duty.
Amongst the first wave of voluteers was Oleg and Max. Oleg was appointed battalion commander, while Max became a soldier. But their illusions were shattered on the night of June 3rd 2015, when a battle went horribly wrong. Oleg ended up leading many of his men to their death. We follow Oleg and Max and see how they deal with the devastating consequences of their choices...
Since the summer of 2014, thousands of young Russians poured into the Donbass Region of Eastern Ukraine. Driven by propaganda on Russian television, they believed they were fulfilling their patriotic duty.
Amongst the first wave of voluteers was Oleg and Max. Oleg was appointed battalion commander, while Max became a soldier. But their illusions were shattered on the night of June 3rd 2015, when a battle went horribly wrong. Oleg ended up leading many of his men to their death. We follow Oleg and Max and see how they deal with the devastating consequences of their choices...