Bohdan Kutiepov

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Rain's Men: Untold Story of Military Medics

Rain's Men: The Rare Chronicle of the War is a compelling documentary that follows the 56th Mariupol Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade's medical unit during the Russian-Ukrainian War. Under the leadership of the charismatic commander, “Doshch” (Rain), these military medics evacuate and save wounded soldiers, overcoming hurdles and making personal sacrifices along the way. The film vividly captures their struggles, moments of happiness, and the unending flow of casualties they attend to. Rain's Men allows viewers to intimately connect with the challenges faced by the medical team, offering a poignant portrayal of the realities of war. The collected footage will be shared through an engaging YouTube series, with the aim of reaching a broad international audience. Furthermore, there are plans to produce a feature-length documentary that showcases the remarkable chronicles of the medical unit, with the hope of competing in international film festivals.