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‘Wonder Woman 1984’
This year was not rich in film premieres because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. superhero movie “Wonder Woman 1984” is among the biggest and most anticipated films of 2020. Directed by Patty Jenkins, who is also known for the crime drama “Monster,” the new movie is an adaptation based on the DC Comics about Wonder Woman. It is the sequel to the 2017 “Wonder Woman.” The new movie spotlights the character’s adventures in 1984, during the Cold War. The film stars Israeli actress Gal Gadot as a superhero warrior-queen Diana Prince, or Wonder Woman, along with U.S. actor Chris Pine and actress Kristen Wiig. Although the film received mixed reviews from the critics, it still might be worth watching to get distracted from the pandemic for two hours. “Wonder Woman 1984” will be screened in Kyiv cinemas Zhovten and Planeta Kino in English on Dec. 24-30, 2020.
“Wonder Woman 1984.” Zhovten cinema (26 Kostiantynivska St.) Dec. 26, 27. 2:30 p.m. Planeta Kino cinema (River Mall, 12 Dniprovska Embankment). Dec. 24-30. 5:45 p.m. Planeta Kino cinema (Blockbuster, 34 Stepana Bandery Ave.) Dec. 24-30. 8:30 p.m. Hr 100-180
The three-day market by Vsi Svoi, a company that promotes local production, will be held in Kyiv on Dec. 25-27, 2020. (Vsi Svoi / Facebook)
Vsi Svoi Market
It’s about time to get ready for the season of festive celebrations and dinners. Vsi Svoi, a company that promotes local production, will help with that. At its three-day market, visitors will have an opportunity to stock up on food and drinks from dozens of Ukrainian producers. They will sell sparkling wines, sweets, jams, cheese and meat delights from local farmers and more. Apart from that, the market will also offer a variety of gift options for friends and family, including clothes, accessories, home decor, perfumes, toys and beauty products. The entrance is free. All visitors are asked to wear masks and maintain social distance.
Vsi Svoi Market. Vsi Svoi D12 (12 Desiatynna St.) Dec. 25-27. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Free entrance
Kyiv Mozart Orchestra will perform famous classical Christmas music on Dec. 27, 2020. (Marco Concert)
Сhristmas Classics
Even though the upcoming holidays are overshadowed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Kyiv Mozart Orchestra can help get into the Christmas spirit. On Dec. 27, the orchestra will perform famous classical Christmas music including Antonio Vivaldi’s “Winter” and compositions from “The Nutcracker” by Pyotr Tchaikovsky. The location of the upcoming concert, spacious and beautiful hall of Fairmont Grand Hotel, will add to the magical holiday atmosphere. Kyiv Mozart Orchestra will give two concerts on Dec. 27. at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Сhristmas Classics. Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv (1 Naberezhno-Khreshchatytska St.) Dec. 27. 5-7 p.m., 8-10 p.m. Hr 800-1,200
“Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker” will be screened in English in Kyiv cinema Planeta Kino on Dec. 25-27, 2020. (AFP)
‘Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker’
Another option to get into the holiday spirit is to watch the legendary ballet “The Nutcracker.” Luckily, one of the best adaptations by London’s Royal Ballet will be screened in Kyiv cinema Planeta Kino right on Catholic Christmas and following days. The two-act ballet is the celebrated production of director Peter Wright, one of the most influential names in Royal Ballet. “Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker” will be screened in English. All attendees are asked to wear masks.
“Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker.” Planeta Kino cinema (Blockbuster, 34 Stepana Bandery Ave.) Dec. 25-27. 7:30 p.m. Hr 170-250
