The Film

Blind Arc is a feature documentary following veterans with vision loss in Ukraine as they navigate life, reclaim independence, and rebuild their futures. 
They lost their sight, but not their vision. 
Through deeply personal storytelling, including sound recordings and film photography created by the veterans themselves, Blind Arc offers insight, honesty, and a first-person perspective into life after injury. 

Why This Film Matters

Thousands of soldiers return from war with life-changing injuries. Yet veterans who lose their sight often become the “invisible wounded.”
This film brings their experiences into the light by challenging public perceptions of blindness, trauma, and what it means to adapt, thrive, and lead. It’s not a story of pity. It’s a story of power.
As a filmmaker and the grandson of a World War II Royal Air Force veteran who went blind later in life, this is deeply personal. I watched the world turn away from him, how invisibility replaced honour. That’s when I started asking: What does it mean to see, to be seen, and to be remembered?

First-Person Storytelling

Veterans will document their own worlds through film photography and sound — offering an intimate, first-person view of life after sight loss.

This is a non-profit fundraising model.
Funds are used solely for production, fair team compensation, and global impact.
No financial returns are expected – contributions power real-world change.

We are actively filming as Ivan Roman's Story Unfolds

This project is being developed in real time – we are not waiting for full funding to begin.
Right now, Ivan is awaiting a new prosthetic leg, preparing for a major archery competition, and working with us to train and build Ukraine’s first team of blind archers. 
These are urgent, life-changing moments, and our Blind Arc team is committed to documenting them as they happen.
Your support helps us continue capturing these powerful, unscripted chapters as the story develops.

What Comes Next - Phase 2

Once we reach post-production, we’ll launch Phase 2 of our fundraising campaign to support the wider release, distribution, and long-term impact of Blind Arc. 
This next phase will help us:● Submit to major film festivals in the UK, Europe, and internationally● Develop a targeted outreach and impact campaign in collaboration with veteran organisations, rehabilitation centres, and educators● Create a powerful educational toolkit with immersive audio, interviews, and learning materials for schools, universities, and community groups● Ensure full accessibility through subtitles, audio description, and community screenings
We’ll share more details about Phase 2 in early 2026 once post-production is underway – including new ways to get involved, support, and help us bring Blind Arc to audiences around the world.

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