Biography

Nastasya Tsykolenko is a Cyprus-based film director and screenwriter with a background in theatre directing and acting. Her work is defined by a strong visual sensibility, emotional precision, and a distinctive approach to female-driven storytelling. Coming from the theatre, she brings an acute understanding of performance, character intimacy, and tension, creating films marked by psychological depth, sensuality, and a unique authorial voice. As a member of the LGBT+ community, Nastasya is an outspoken advocate for queer visibility and rights, and her work often reflects themes of identity, love, and freedom.
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