Cinematic narratives for stories that matterI’m Alina Kapustian — a film director, screenwriter, and producer.Founder of BookTrailer Production.
I create cinematic narrative works inspired by literature, brands, and cultural ideas — not to explain stories, but to let them be felt.
| WHO I AM |
I’m a Ukrainian film director working at the intersection of cinema, literature, and meaning-driven storytelling.
My background is rooted in author-led short films and cinematic adaptations of literary worlds. I’m drawn to stories that stay with the viewer after the final frame — stories that don’t offer ready-made answers, but open an inner dialogue.
For me, film is not a format.
It’s a state.
Not a message, but an experience.
| WHAT I CREATE |
I work with stories in different contexts, but always with the same focus: emotion, atmosphere, and inner meaning.
For books & publishing
● cinematic book teasers and trailers● mood-driven narrative videos inspired by literature● visual adaptations of story worlds for launches and promotionFor brands & cultural projects
● cinematic brand films and narrative campaigns● atmospheric teasers for collections, events, and concepts● meaning-driven visual stories for cultural and creative initiatives
I don’t work with templates or trends.Each project is built as a unique narrative form, shaped around the core of the story.
| SELECTED WORK |
A short, dialogue-free cinematic piece exploring the fragile relationship between humanity and the planet.
A visual reflection on how human presence reshapes nature — told through atmosphere, rhythm, and imagery rather than words.Finalist East Village New York Film Festival (USA)
Оfficially selected for the Bardak Film Festival (Ukraine)
Оfficially selected for the Barcelona Indie Filmmakers Fest 2026 (Spain)
A short film about inner conflict, responsibility, and the moment of choice that changes everything.
A quiet, character-driven story focused on emotional presence rather than spectacle.“Best Debut Director – Rohip International Film Festival” (India)
“Best European Short Film – SeViff” (Spain)
Оfficially selected for the Film Olympiad (Greece)
Best film about women - Golden Lion International Film Festival (India)
Оfficially selected for the Bollywood Hollywood Film Festival Las Vegas (USA)
Оfficially selected for the Alibag Short Film Festival (India)
Semifinalist Woman, Life, Freedom Film Festival (Australia)
| HOW I WORK |
I work in close dialogue with the author, brand, or rights holder.
The process usually begins with reading, listening, and reflection — not with production.I don’t rush stories. I try to understand what they want to become.
Typical process:
Conversation & context
understanding the idea and emotional goal
Director’s vision
concept, mood, and narrative direction
Production & post-production
filming, editing, sound, color
Delivery & adaptations
formats for different platforms, if needed
| WHY THIS APPROACH |
I’m not interested in making content that disappears after a scroll.
My work is about the aftertaste:● when a story doesn’t end with the video● when the viewer pauses instead of scrolling further● when a quiet inner conversation begins
That’s the space I work with.
| CREDENTIALS |
international film festival selections and awards
founder of BookTrailer Production (Ukraine)
experience working with authors, publishers, and brands
flexible, scalable production teams depending on project scope
| WHAT I CRINVITATION / CTAEATE |
Let’s create something that will be felt and remembered
If you’re a brand, an author, a publisher, or a cultural project and you want your story to be felt — not just seen — let’s create a cinematic narrative together.