Sergei Parajanov’s (The Color of Pomegranates) visually stunning masterpiece immerses viewers in the rich folklore of the Carpathian Mountains. The film tells the tragic love story of Ivan and Marichka, star-crossed lovers from feuding families. Boldly combining folkloric pageantry, fairy tale mysticism, and frenetic, hallucinatory cinematography, Parajanov weaves a poetic and mystical narrative that celebrates Ukrainian culture. Widely considered the most important film in the history of Ukranian cinema, Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors is a triumph of artistic expression over political oppression. Restored in celebration of Parajanov’s centennial. Subtitles.