OUR STORY

Meet the Creatives Behind Saved By Love

Join Valentyn and Zack as they share their inspiration for Saved By Love, their connection to the story, and how you can get involved in this amazing journey.

Filmmakers’ Connection

Valentyn and Zack met at film school, where they bonded over their shared passion for storytelling. With a budget of less than $100, they produced their heartfelt short documentary Saved by Love.

After graduation, they pursued separate film careers in Dallas and Los Angeles. Now, with enriched storytelling skills, they reunite to expand Saved by Love into a feature film, showcasing their growth as filmmakers and their enduring commitment to storytelling that touches hearts and minds across the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • As the subject of the documentary, Valentyn (co-director and co-producer) is deeply involved in ensuring the story is told with honesty and respect. The emotional depth of the story is handled carefully, and we aim to balance that with thoughtful, impactful storytelling.

  • We are committed to being transparent and authentic in how we tell this story. We want the audience to feel the rawness of the journey without exaggeration.

  • Potential topics include:

    • Valentyn, David, and John’s journey back to Ukraine to find Valentyn’s birth family and learn more about his roots.

    • Documenting displaced Ukrainian families taking refuge in neighboring countries along the way.

  • While Saved By Love is focused on a family’s adoption journey, we do acknowledge the broader context of Ukraine’s political environment and how it has shaped the lives of those involved. However, the primary focus remains on the personal and emotional aspects of the story.

  • Follow our journey and share it with those you love.

Saved By Love is fiscally sponsored by Creative Visions, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that supports creative activists, those that use the arts and media to ignite social change.