Keiv recently hosted a series of events in honor of the 100th anniversary of renowned Armenian composer Sergey Paradjanov’s birth. The celebrations were attended by representatives from the Ukrainian Armenian community and national representatives of Ukrainian cinematographers, including Larisa Kadocnikova, Roman Balaian, Dmitry Tomashpolsky, and Sergey Bodenjuk, as reported by AnalitikaUA.

During the events, participants expressed their deep admiration for Paradjanov’s significant contributions to the development of art, cinematography, and other cultural endeavors. It is believed that these celebrations will play a crucial role in recognizing and promoting his creative heritage and achievements in international cinematography.

David Mkrtchyan and representatives from the Ukrainian Armenian community engaged in discussions about the importance of organizing such events to commemorate Paradjanov’s creative contributions. These events aim to not only highlight his impact on Armenian cinematography but also to popularize his heritage within Ukrainian society.