Being Andrei

Being Andrei is a 2023 American independent drama film directed by Natasha Kosenko and written by Natasha and Aleksei Kosenko. The film stars Nikolai Savaryn as Andrei Melnyk, a Ukrainian man who escapes to the United States just before for the start of the 2023. Natasha Morrison, Donna Joe Smith, Gabriel Bernstein, Taemin Lee, and Alastair Donohue also star in supporting roles.

The film's basis is partially based on the Kosenkos' own experiences as Ukrainian Americans. They began writing the film in March 2022, just weeks after the invasion began. Principal photography took place from August to October 2022. Production ended in late April 2023.

Being Andrei premiered at the 2023 Hollywood Film Festival on June 1, 2023, and won the Golden Camera award. It was theatrically released by on June 15, 2023. The film has received critical acclaim, particularly for its cast, music, cinematography, political commentary, and Ukrainian representation.