Many people attended the event at Bíó Paradís to see the documentary Temporary Shelter directed by Anastasiia Bortuali. The event started with a musical performance by Ukrainian sisters. Afterwards, the guests were addressed by Logi Einarsson - Minister of Education, Culture, and Higher Education, Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir - CoE Special Envoy for the Children of Ukraine, and Aleksander Kropiwnicki – Ambassador of Poland.

„Its crucial to preserve Ukrainian culture and art, especially since Russia´s goal is to erase Ukraine´s identity“ – Logi Einarsson, Minister

„We have to stand with Ukraine in the fight for freedom and democracy in order to secure its long-term independence“ – Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir, MP & Special Envoy

„The relationship between Poland and Ukraine is unique as the states have both endured Russian aggression and intervention in different forms over the years“ – Aleksander Kropiwnicki, Ambassador of Poland

The documentary gives the audience a glimpse into the experience of several Ukrainians who sought refuge in Iceland after the war broke out in February 2022. The film gives an insight into their first months on Iceland and the community at Ásbrú where Anastasiia stayed herself. She said that the movie was created out of journal-entries in the form of videos that she started to record after arriving to Iceland. Later on, she received a grant to produce the documentary based on the videos.

„This film was created to show the human side of those experiencing these difficult situation. Sometimes you are brave, sometimes you are scared. Somedays you are happy but other days you feel completely defeated “ – Anastasiia Bortuali, Filmmaker

After the screening, the EU delegation to Iceland served the guests drinks. The event was hosted in collaboration with the Embassy of Poland.