A new documentary captures the profound impact of war on the lives of four women, whose personal ambitions are abruptly halted by the outbreak of hostilities. Set in a region historically marked by political strife, the film offers a poignant look at resilience and loss.
The women, each dedicated to their community, see their paths dramatically altered. One, a celebrated athlete with Olympic aspirations, is compelled to abandon her sport for military service. Another, actively engaged in local governance, finds her civic efforts rendered irrelevant by the encroaching conflict. A third, who facilitated a support network for women, becomes displaced alongside her family, joining the ranks of refugees.
Their daily realities shift from community-building to survival. The sounds of sirens and explosions replace ordinary life, as the landscape itself—once a site of verdant beauty—holds hidden dangers from past wars. In a particularly striking contrast, the athlete is later seen training others not in sport, but in the assembly of weapons.
The film serves as a meditation on the fragility of peace and the personal costs of geopolitical struggles. It underscores how the dreams of individuals are often the first casualties when war arrives.
