One of the authors of the film's script was Artur Zelsky, a candidate of historical sciences who headed memorial complex “Khatyn” for many years and dedicated his scientific work to preserving the historical memory of the victims of Nazism.
The film "Burnt Villages" reveals the tragic fate of Belarusian settlements destroyed by the Nazis during the occupation. Through archival footage, documents and eyewitness video testimonies, the viewer is presented with a full picture of the inhuman "scorched earth" policy carried out by the Nazis and its devastating consequences for the civilian population. Each burned village in the film becomes a symbol of grief, loss and the unbending spirit of the Belarusian people.
The film pays special attention to the courage and resilience of ordinary people who, despite the horrors of war, retained their dignity, humanity and the memory of the fallen. "Death Camps" and "Burnt Villages" are not only a tribute to the victims of genocide, but also an important warning to future generations: such tragedies must not be repeated.
The staff of the memorial complex noted the deep emotional impact of the film, its significance for historical education and preserving the truth about those terrible events. Such projects play a key role in the formation of historical memory and strengthening the values of peace and humanism. Every Belarusian should see this!
