
Directing
Yevhen Syvokin
Born — Died
1937-05-07 — 2026-05-05
Place of birth
Kyiv, Ukrainian SSR, USSR [now Ukraine]
Known for
Directing
Credits
39 titles
Ukrainian animation director. Member of the National Union of Cinematographers of Ukraine. Winner of the Ivan Mykolaichuk "Kyiv" Art Prize. Honored Artist of Ukraine.
Known for
8.0Every day, almost every adult faces situations in which they inevitably begin to feel negative emotions. It often begins with waking up with an annoying warbling alarm, followed by transport, where is so many people in a hurry, and after all this the working day begins with the inherent responsibility and stress. And it is possible not to be nervous?
Beware — the Nerves!
1975
NRFive short stories that clearly demonstrate the impact a simple word has on people.
The Man And The Word
1974
7.0The kid by the name of Tomshik recently often dreamed that he could fly. And now his dream came true! The boy was delighted with his new abilities. But the scientific fraternity became interested in such a miracle, and it became very clear that he did not fly the way he should have. And though they did not know how to do it, they began to struggle to teach Tomshik. What will their morals and experiments lead to?
The Man Who Could Fly
1968
8.0Once upon a time, there was an old man who knew a lot about herbs and magic spells. Many people came to him at night for their happiness, and he helped them all (well, almost all) to find love. What was the secret of his magic potion and why did the old man still remain lonely?
The Secret of the Love Potion
1980
NRThe blacksmith Vakula is going to propose to the beautiful but vain Oksana. Since it is the night before Christmas, the devil is free to roam around and torment people as he pleases, so he decides to find a way to get back at Vakula, because he paints religious art in the village church.
The Adventures of Vakula the Smith
1977
7.4A penetrating and psychologically subtle story of one separation and what remains after it. How much a letter, which never saw the light, meant in the life of a loving couple? The palette of the human senses comes alive with graceful images. The beauty of the figure, a variety of techniques and mesmerizing melody of musical accompaniment subdued the jury of Animated Film Festival in Minsk in 1987, in Czechoslovakia and in Kyiv.
The Unwritten Letter
1985
Behind the camera
8.0Every day, almost every adult faces situations in which they inevitably begin to feel negative emotions. It often begins with waking up with an annoying warbling alarm, followed by transport, where is so many people in a hurry, and after all this the working day begins with the inherent responsibility and stress. And it is possible not to be nervous?
Beware — the Nerves!
1975
NRFive short stories that clearly demonstrate the impact a simple word has on people.
The Man And The Word
1974
NRFive short stories that clearly demonstrate the impact a simple word has on people.
The Man And The Word
1974
7.0The kid by the name of Tomshik recently often dreamed that he could fly. And now his dream came true! The boy was delighted with his new abilities. But the scientific fraternity became interested in such a miracle, and it became very clear that he did not fly the way he should have. And though they did not know how to do it, they began to struggle to teach Tomshik. What will their morals and experiments lead to?
The Man Who Could Fly
1968
8.0Once upon a time, there was an old man who knew a lot about herbs and magic spells. Many people came to him at night for their happiness, and he helped them all (well, almost all) to find love. What was the secret of his magic potion and why did the old man still remain lonely?
The Secret of the Love Potion
1980
8.0Once upon a time, there was an old man who knew a lot about herbs and magic spells. Many people came to him at night for their happiness, and he helped them all (well, almost all) to find love. What was the secret of his magic potion and why did the old man still remain lonely?
The Secret of the Love Potion
1980
NRThe blacksmith Vakula is going to propose to the beautiful but vain Oksana. Since it is the night before Christmas, the devil is free to roam around and torment people as he pleases, so he decides to find a way to get back at Vakula, because he paints religious art in the village church.
The Adventures of Vakula the Smith
1977
7.4A penetrating and psychologically subtle story of one separation and what remains after it. How much a letter, which never saw the light, meant in the life of a loving couple? The palette of the human senses comes alive with graceful images. The beauty of the figure, a variety of techniques and mesmerizing melody of musical accompaniment subdued the jury of Animated Film Festival in Minsk in 1987, in Czechoslovakia and in Kyiv.
The Unwritten Letter
1985
NRIn a small provincial town, mayors are constantly changing. Each head with its whims.
The History of a Town
2017
NRIn a small provincial town, mayors are constantly changing. Each head with its whims.
The History of a Town
2017
5.5A story about a little penguin and a big whale who live on an icy island and maintain order on it. Their life credo, which became a catchphrase outside the animation: "Cleanliness is the key to health! Order is the first thing!" One day they were noticed by a person who brought crowds of visitors with him. They left heaps of garbage and destroyed the cleanliness and order on the white iceberg.
Fairytale About White Iceberg
1974
NRTolia and Olia quickly create a family and destroy it just as quickly. The man thinks about a moped and then spends his life chasing his dream. A noisy electrician keeps the city awake. The film consists of three witty miniatures: "Elevator", "Envy", and "Call".
The Fraction
1972
NRTo get his satirical screenplay approved by Cave Film studio, a writer must remove the parts that won't fit through the cave entrance.
Fragments
1966
7.0On an autumn evening, the artist draws a summer landscape on the window pane, and then a young character. Gradually, his whole life begins to pass in the picture.
The Window
1987
NRCan a person overcome what is commonly called fate? After all, it is much easier to succumb to circumstances, even if they are not the most favorable, and allow the flow of life to carry you. But if you want favorable changes, then you need to make efforts. The main character often finds himself in the center of curious situations, as if he is being chased by an unfortunate star. Will he be able to turn the tide of events?
The Unlucky Star
1980
NRCan a person overcome what is commonly called fate? After all, it is much easier to succumb to circumstances, even if they are not the most favorable, and allow the flow of life to carry you. But if you want favorable changes, then you need to make efforts. The main character often finds himself in the center of curious situations, as if he is being chased by an unfortunate star. Will he be able to turn the tide of events?
The Unlucky Star
1980
6.8One decent citizen was having lunch and indifferently looking at the fish in his aquarium. But suddenly a real monster emerged from the muddy water. However, unwillingness to strain even to save his own life led the hero to slavery. Or maybe nothing has really changed in his life?
Castling (An Aquarium Confession)
1979
A commissioned animated film based on the poetry of Vladimir Mayakovsky.
From Bell to Bell
1976
NRThe story about Uncle Jem, who worked in the wardrobe of the theater, and about his leg, which possessed an unusual ability to sing.
Why Uncle Jem Limps
1989
NRThe story about Uncle Jem, who worked in the wardrobe of the theater, and about his leg, which possessed an unusual ability to sing.
Why Uncle Jem Limps
1989
6.6Away from people, animals, forests and fields stood a very tall tree. It did not need anyone, it was completely indifferent to everyone. Once a cat wanted to learn the style of life of the tree, which has allowed her to stay near it, so that she could take over its attitude to everything around. But eventually the cat affects the tree as well...
The Tree and the Cat
1983
7.0A short story about an extremely kind and soft-hearted rhino. His skin was so thin that any slightest bruise caused a lot of pain. He treated any creature he met with the greatest respect.
Tale About The Good Rhinoceros
1970
6.0Through the prism of the past years an elderly man is looking at his childhood and adolescence. He clearly recalls the events as if they were yesterday, and mean the same thing, as if those are not matter of days gone by, but his present, which is perceived to heart and soul. There is he and his beloved dog, and there are his parents.
Snow Will Cover the Roads
2004
6.0Through the prism of the past years an elderly man is looking at his childhood and adolescence. He clearly recalls the events as if they were yesterday, and mean the same thing, as if those are not matter of days gone by, but his present, which is perceived to heart and soul. There is he and his beloved dog, and there are his parents.
Snow Will Cover the Roads
2004
NRSatirical cartoon-almanac, consisting of four stories: "Elevator", "Gossip Girls", "Fame" and "The Door".
The Door
1976
NRIn this wonderful region all landscapes and characters come from counting rhymes that are known to many children. Here Greka sails on his boat across the river, here Eneki and Beneki eat dumplings and golden porch sheltered ordinary workers and the king's persons. Nothing is impossible in this country full of colors, fun and light-hearted children's happiness.
The Land Of Counting
1982
NRIn this wonderful region all landscapes and characters come from counting rhymes that are known to many children. Here Greka sails on his boat across the river, here Eneki and Beneki eat dumplings and golden porch sheltered ordinary workers and the king's persons. Nothing is impossible in this country full of colors, fun and light-hearted children's happiness.
The Land Of Counting
1982
Animals – the ox, the lion, the dog – carry their names with them. A tiny ant bears an enormous Latin name on its back. When the rain begins, it builds a little house where everyone can take their shelter. The film was banned by Soviet censorship authorities and is now considered lost.
Good Name
1971
5.0One guardian angel has got a difficult ward, completely unwilling to take care of himself. He practically throws himself under the wheels of a car while crossing the road in the wrong place, and then drinks exorbitant amounts of alcohol. The heavenly protector drives the man home, holding and protecting him. But should not the person himself think about his future sometimes?
Save and Protect
2008
5.0One guardian angel has got a difficult ward, completely unwilling to take care of himself. He practically throws himself under the wheels of a car while crossing the road in the wrong place, and then drinks exorbitant amounts of alcohol. The heavenly protector drives the man home, holding and protecting him. But should not the person himself think about his future sometimes?
Save and Protect
2008
8.5Omelechko and his family, which counted a couple of dozen people, have a fun life. There is a wife, parents and a couple of aunts and uncles, and the girls and the lads, and feast fans who came from nowhere. Everyone has their own character and a short story to introduce with songs and dances to the viewers.
Omelechko and His Small Family…
1999
8.5Omelechko and his family, which counted a couple of dozen people, have a fun life. There is a wife, parents and a couple of aunts and uncles, and the girls and the lads, and feast fans who came from nowhere. Everyone has their own character and a short story to introduce with songs and dances to the viewers.
Omelechko and His Small Family…
1999
An animated collection of three short stories about children's imagination. The characters in these films are like visionary artists, able to turn the ordinary into the amazing, to penetrate the essence of things, to see their interconnections, and even to notice traces of previous and future lives in them.
When I Was Little…
1993
8.0Man's view of the world around him in different eras.
View
1984
8.0Man's view of the world around him in different eras.
View
1984
NRWhen white spots appear on a black background to symbolize light and fire, the battle begins between two principles, traditionally represented by the opposing colors. Their fight is filled with whimsical drawings and designs, and music helps to clearly capture the growing anxiety. But maybe they both will not be able to defeat each other, so it's time to compromise?
Compromix
2002
NRWhen white spots appear on a black background to symbolize light and fire, the battle begins between two principles, traditionally represented by the opposing colors. Their fight is filled with whimsical drawings and designs, and music helps to clearly capture the growing anxiety. But maybe they both will not be able to defeat each other, so it's time to compromise?
Compromix
2002
NRA brief biography of one person all his life - in the line between birth and death.
The Dash
2020
NRA brief biography of one person all his life - in the line between birth and death.
The Dash
2020
