'A Story Of Hope Amid Struggle'- Laois Producer On IFTA Selected Film For Oscars

Portarlington's Ken Wardrop is the producer behind Sanatorium, a Ukranian language film co-produced in Ireland and Ukraine.

A midlands man, who produced IFTA's selection for International Feature Film at the Oscars, says it's a story of hope amid continuous struggle.

Portarlington's Ken Wardrop is the producer behind Sanatorium, an Ukrainian language film co-produced between Ireland and the war-torn nation.

The film set in a wellness centre near Odesa, aims to portray a collection witty and striking characters seeking unconventional remedies.

They include the application of a mysterious black mud said to treat physical illnesses and infertility. 

It's set to release on September 5th. 

Mr. Wardrop says the film depicts the never give up attitude of the Ukrainian people:

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