JULIA NALIVAIKO ABOUT THE 7 PARTS TV SERIES BACK IN THE SOVIET BLOCK

The series Back in the Soviet Bloc will soon be broadcast on SBS with the following TX dates: SBS VICELAND - Saturdays 5:30pm, Feb 9 . SBS main channel - Fridays 3:30pm,Feb 15 . Upon discovering her Soviet background, Julia Nalivaiko's friends often ask, "What's it like?". To answer, she returned to Russia and Ukraine to make the 7-part series Back in the Soviet Bloc. The series portrays contemporary life in former Soviet nations. Julia interviews the people, explores the landscapes, and samples the cuisine. She meets famous singers, homeless youths and retired soldiers. She dines at opulent restaurants, swigs home-distilled vodka, and revisits her childhood in an emotional reunion. Featuring engaging interviews and stunning cinematography, Back in the Soviet Bloc takes the viewer on an intimate journey to a fascinating yet elusive part of the world…

I went back to Ukraine to make a documentary series, 'Back in the Soviet Bloc'. Source: SBS