Ukrainians are protesting corruption in Viktor Yanukovych's government and Russian support for it. Nearly ten years ago they made a similar stand against Yanukovych when he was a candidate for the presidency - sparking the Orange Revolution, which is documented in this film.
The Orange Revolution was not a revolution in dictionary terms. It was a revolution of will and resolve that changed a nation forever. As Russia-backed candidate Yanukovych emerged as winner of the presidential elections of December 2004, reports of corruption, falsifications and intimidations triggered a popular outcry. Millions took part in a protest that lasted over a month. In spite of the cold and risks involved, the Ukrainians stuck to their guns. This film tells the story of a peoples peaceful fight for true independence.
No one here is getting paid, we all came here for motivations from the heart. We must stand for 20 minutes, two hours or more no matter how long! Demonstrators have gathered outside the Parliament. Suddenly, a tent city springs up on the streets of Kiev. Finally people are awake. Ukraine has risen from her knees! The snow and freezing temperatures are not enough to deter a fast growing number of people of all ages. Hundreds of thousands rally to support candidate Yuschenko. Eating, sleeping, staying warm are challenges but these supporters are resilient and determined. They are making a stand.