Mission "Batkivshchyna" — Dmytro Biriukovych

“Mission ‘Batkivshchyna’” is a thrilling naval action film about how the Ukrainian navy fought for independence amid the storms of the 1917–1921 revolution.
Why it’s captivating:
A Ship as a Nation: The sailing ship “Batkivshchyna” is Ukraine in miniature. The crew must carry out a secret mission in the Black Sea, surrounded by enemy cruisers, mines, and betrayal.
Naval battles: It has it all—from cannon duels to boarding actions. You’ll feel the salty spray, the creaking of the masts, and the real tactics of naval combat.
Political Thriller: Sailors find themselves caught between three fires (Bolsheviks, White Guards, interventionists). Every port is a trap, and every order is a matter of life or death.
Honor and Thrill: This is the story of professional “sea wolves” who hold high the blue-and-yellow flag even as the whole world around them goes down.
It’s the perfect blend of Sabatini-style adventure and the real, dramatic history of our navy.