December |

Ukranian politics makes international front page news

The Ukrainian people have responded in an unprecedented show of solidarity against alleged corruption in the recent Presidential elections. Thousands took to the streets in protest and have forcing a re-run of the election on the 26th December. Despite on-going claims of corruption, it appears that pro-Russian Prime Minister Viktor Yanukovych will be succeeded by pro-EU opposition leader Viktor Yushchenko.

For an over-view of the recent events, check out: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/4061253.stm

August |

Clarity Productions is launched

“Flowers Don’t Grow Here” Producer Sarah Tierney has this month launched independent production company Clarity Productions Ltd., aiming to specialise in high-quality, high-impact factual programming with strong social, scientific and environmental content. Please visit www.producingclarity.com for more information.

July |

The Shoot Begins

The production team - Shira Pinson, Madeline Leeson and Gediminas Adomaitis - have all arrived in Kiev to begin the shoot. Shira and Gediminas arrived in early July to complete pre-production and reconnect with the street children with whom we were in touch following the research trip last year. Madeline joined that at the end of the month and filming is now underway. Producer Sarah Tierney will join them in August.

May |

Madeline Leeson joins the team

Camera operator Madeline Leeson has joined the production team, bringing with her not only expertise and equipment, but also extensive experience of charitable and aid-related projects.

Previous work throughout the world as a photographer and humanitarian aid worker makes Madeline the ideal person for this crucial role.