Filmmaker Nikita Diakur talks about the emotional power of storytelling, the control animation offers over reality, and his unique process of blending randomness and structure. From humor to experimentation, Nikita shares how he builds immersive worlds that surprise and resonate with audiences. We also discussed his fears about AI and how burnout has influenced his life. Nikita was a jury member at Fest Anča 2024, where we recorded this episode.
„It is a massive privilege to be able to do art, films, and animation. You should embrace the search and experimentation. For me, a good film triggers emotions, tells a story, surprises you, makes you forget that you are watching a film, and helps you associate and remember things.“
