From 3 to 5 November 2026, the 5th Ukrainian Film Days took place in Amman, the capital of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The event was organized by the Embassy of Ukraine in Jordan in cooperation with the Royal Film Commission – Jordan and with the support of the Ukrainian State Film Agency.
Over the course of three days, Jordanian audiences had the opportunity to discover contemporary Ukrainian cinema and explore Ukraine’s rich culture, historical heritage, traditions, and scientific achievements at the Rainbow Theatre in Amman.
This year's festival programme featured three Ukrainian films representing different genres, each offering a unique perspective on Ukraine and its cultural identity.
On 3 November, the festival opened with a screening of the biographical drama Malevych, dedicated to the life and artistic legacy of the renowned painter Kazymyr Malevych, his Ukrainian roots, his pursuit of artistic freedom, and his resistance to totalitarianism. A special guest at the screening was Merited Artist of Ukraine Maryna Koshkina, who played one of the leading roles in the film.
On 4 November, the audience enjoyed the mystical fantasy film Mavka: The True Myth, which introduced Jordanian viewers to the fascinating world of Ukrainian mythology, folk legends, and traditional beliefs through a contemporary cinematic interpretation.
On 5 November, the festival concluded with a screening of Antarctica, a documentary directed by Anton Ptushkin, highlighting the lives and work of Ukrainian scientists at the Akademik Vernadsky Antarctic Station. As part of the event, Dr. Nataliia Suprun, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, and representative of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, addressed the audience and spoke about the outstanding Ukrainian scientist Volodymyr Vernadskyi, his scientific legacy, and his role in the establishment of the Ukrainian Academy of Sciences.
The 5th Ukrainian Film Days marked another important milestone in the development of cultural dialogue between Ukraine and Jordan. Despite Russia's ongoing full-scale aggression, Ukrainian cinema continues to develop, strengthen national identity, and introduce international audiences to Ukraine's cultural heritage, history, and contemporary achievements.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Jordan expresses its sincere gratitude to the Royal Film Commission – Jordan, the Ukrainian State Film Agency, Artem Denysov, Larysa Zubenko, Olena Babii, and Nataliia Suprun for their valuable support, fruitful cooperation, and contribution to the successful organization of the festival.
The Embassy also extends its appreciation to the distinguished guests, participants, and audiences for their interest in Ukrainian cinema, support for Ukraine, and solidarity with the Ukrainian people.
The Ukrainian Film Days in Amman once again demonstrated the important role of cultural diplomacy in strengthening friendly relations between Ukraine and Jordan, fostering mutual understanding, and promoting intercultural dialogue between the two nations.