Stanislav Boklan was born in 1960 in the town of Brusylov, in the Zhytomyr region. He received an acting education at the Ivan Karpenko-Kary Kyiv State Institute of Theatrical Art, studying on the course of People’s Artist of Ukraine Boris Stavytsky. After completing his studies, he began his career at the Donetsk Regional Russian Drama Theater in Mariupol. From 1994 to 2020, he was an actor at the Kyiv Young Theater. During his career, he starred in more than sixty films and TV series.
Guide
The events unfold in Ukraine in the 1930s. American Michael Shamrock arrives in Kharkiv with his son, aiming to contribute to the construction of a socialist society. There he falls in love with actress Olga Levitskaya, who has long been under the close attention of the commissar. Due to a tragic coincidence, an American dies, and his son manages to escape thanks to a blind kobzar. The boy becomes his guide, trying to survive in a foreign country. Their journey is full of dangers and dramatic events that unfold against the backdrop of historical cataclysms. The film, created based on real events, tells the story of love, betrayal, loyalty and the struggle for life.
Yakov`s Century
Yakov The main character Yakov is a simple peasant who lived a whole century, witnessing different historical eras. The series intertwines two storylines: Yakov’s youth and his modern life. The events take place in Western Ukraine, where Polish influences once dominated. This story about trials, love, loss and strength of spirit forces you to rethink life values. The series is distinguished by a deep storyline, historical authenticity and emotional tension.
Servant of the People
The main character of the series, history teacher Vasyl Holoborodko, accidentally becomes famous thanks to a video in which he emotionally criticizes the authorities. The video quickly gains popularity on the Internet, and his students help him take part in the presidential elections. Unexpectedly for everyone, he wins and becomes the head of state. The newly elected president is an ordinary, honest person who continues to live a modest life, refusing privileges. The plot tells about the fight against corruption and an attempt to change the system from within.
Border
The events unfold in the summer of 2007, when Slovakia is preparing to join the Schengen zone. This leads to increased control on the border with Ukraine. Adam Krajniak, the head of the family and the leader of a criminal group, is involved in cigarette smuggling. When one of the operations goes wrong, he faces a series of unforeseen consequences that make him wonder how far he is willing to go for salvation.
Serf
Katerina Verbitskaya is a serf who belongs to the richest landowner of Nizhyn, Chervinsky. Despite her status, she is raised as a true noblewoman: she speaks foreign languages, plays the piano, and has refined manners. But her life finds herself between two worlds: the lord’s and the serf’s. She falls in love with the nobleman Alexei Kosach, but this feeling is forbidden. Chervinsky seeks to control her fate, which creates serious obstacles on the path to happiness.
Papik
A former theater actor, Alexander Nikolaevich, driven to despair, decides to radically change his appearance before committing suicide. In a barbershop, he gets a stylish haircut, is treated to whiskey, and decides to spend an unforgettable night on the town. In a nightclub, he meets a young girl, Lisa, who mistakes him for a successful millionaire and tries to use him for her own purposes. This meeting becomes the beginning of an unexpected friendship.
The Pleasure Principle
This crime detective tells the story of a serial killer who leaves behind the same trail – the bodies of women without one arm. The crimes take place in three cities – Odessa, Warsaw and Prague, which forces the police of different countries to join forces. Investigator Serhiy Franko has a personal motivation in this case, because in the past his mother was a victim of a serial killer. The plot keeps the viewer in suspense thanks to the rapid development of events and the constant change of locations.
Pulse
The story of a young Ukrainian athlete who dreams of participating in the Olympic Games. Her sports career is going uphill, but a serious car accident changes everything – she almost loses her sight. Despite the difficulties, the girl does not give up and works hard to prove that a real dream has no obstacles.
Train on December 31
The plot centers on a group of passengers heading to Lviv on New Year’s Eve. At first, they don’t know each other at all, but after a few hours of travel, a special bond develops between them. This festive story demonstrates how chance encounters can change lives.
Easter Egg
The Zabiyak family, who haven’t seen each other for a long time, decide to gather for Easter at their family home. However, their father is behaving unusually – he is building a rocket to hit Moscow. The family members try to understand his motives and at the same time find understanding among themselves.
Souvenir from Odessa
The events of the film cover several decades of the 20th century. The story centers on a mysterious gold pendant that brings good luck to its owner and punishes those who try to take it. Because of this artifact, the heroes find themselves in a whirlwind of criminal events that unfold against the backdrop of rapid changes in Odessa.