7 min, animation, 2025directed by Iryna Sosimovyshproduced my Mira Oyetorodistributor by Bear With Me Distribution

Misundershood is a animated short film that serves as the author’s poignant statement on war and the mental resilience of vulnerable groups. Through the story of Oleksa, a young man with undiagnosed autism, the film explores the impact of war on those who are often overlooked. Oleksa’s defences fail in the face of unimaginable challenges, leading him to lose everything – only to rediscover trust and connection. By amplifying the voices of ‘non-heroes’, Misundershood challenges stereotypes and invites viewers to take a broader, more compassionate view of humanity.