Using the power of redemptive filmmaking to impact people in need.
We’re an independent creative arts nonprofit founded in 2022.
WHAT WE DO
At Hope On Film we focus on the power of media to impact the world with stories of inspiration. We create documentaries, social media content and promotional pieces to raise funds for people in need so that they can continue their mission and expand their voice.
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THE RESILIENT
Documentary Feature
Filming in Ukraine, the United States and France in 2025
Paralympian Oleksandr Chyrkov is a modern-day superhero. At eight years old, he was hit by a car on the streets of Ukraine causing a massive injury to his left leg and skull. Oleksandr spent two years on a hospital bed undergoing many surgeries. When he left the hospital, he was relocated to a special needs orphanage. His mother had abandoned him. Regardless of his circumstances, Oleksandr never gave up and always believed he could do the impossible. Near the end of his time in the orphanage, Coach Dima appeared in search of players to start a national para badminton team for Ukraine. Oleksandr was the only orphan to take hold of the sport and he began competing in para badminton tournaments around the world. In 2022, the Russian invasion of Ukraine threatened to end his dreams for good. He continued to practice even as bombs sirens were sounding. Oleksandr and his team were forced to flee to France with the help of French citizens so he could continue training for the Paralympics in Paris. Now on a global platform, Oleksandr’s voice represents the people of Ukraine, the Paralympic community, and orphans in sports. Oleksandr understands his mission and has no fear of speaking up for those in need of inspiration and encouragement.
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Be a part of the creative filmmaking process and watch this incredible story come to life on the big screen.
SUPPORT UKRAINE PARALYMPIANS
Forced to leave their lives behind and flee to France, the national para badminton team of Ukraine needs resources to continue to fight for their country on the court. Oleksandr Chyrkov and Ivanna Redak lead the team toward the Paralympic Games in 2028 and qualifying tournaments around the world.
Every donation inspires the team to keep their dream alive in the face of war.
Meet our Future Filmmakers and Mentors
Anastasia Nikitenkova
Aspiring Filmmaker
Linda Olte
Film Mentor
Suresh Persie
Aspiring Filmmaker
Etienne Surrette
Aspiring Filmmaker
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RECORD BREAKING
THANKS TO YOUR DONATIONS THE PARA BADMINTON TEAM OF UKRAINE BROKE THE RECORD FOR MOST MEDAL WINS IN A TOURNAMENT BY ANY UKRAINE BADMINTON TEAM AT THE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS IN AUGUST 2023.
THE TEAM TOOK HOME FIVE MEDALS!