Earth is gone. All that’s left is Andriy Melnyk — a Ukrainian space trucker floating through the void. Until a signal appears. A voice. A name. A hope.
"U Are the Universe" is a cosmic fairytale about isolation, connection, and the tiny flickers of humanity we carry — even when we think we’re completely alone. Funny, tender, and wildly original.
Fun fact: The film had its world premiere at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival and won the Audience Award at the Cottbus Film Festival for its warm, witty sci-fi narrative.
Pavlo Ostrikov is a Ukrainian director best known for his award-winning short films. "U Are the Universe" marks his feature debut, blending comedy, existentialism, and science fiction into a uniquely human space adventure.
