Ukrainian photographer Tania Galakhova’s video portrays daily life with depression

Ukrainian photographer Tania Galakhova’s short film captures the everyday reality of living with depression

A recent short film by Ukrainian photographer and creative Tania Galakhova depicts the experience of living with depression through a quiet, minimalist lens.

The video features a single actress performing simple, routine actions in subdued lighting, creating a visual narrative that represents emotional heaviness and disconnection.

Throughout the clip, ordinary moments, sitting near a window, brushing her hair, or standing in stillness, are shown in slow, deliberate motion.

The absence of dialogue and the use of muted colors focus attention on the atmosphere, emphasizing the contrast between external calm and internal fatigue.

 

 

 

 

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Mental health experts note that depression extends beyond feelings of sadness, often affecting emotional balance, concentration, and daily functioning.

By illustrating these sensations visually, Galakhova’s project aligns with broader efforts to bring attention to mental health through art and creative media.

The video has been shared on social platforms and art pages, where it continues to prompt discussion about the ways visual storytelling can reflect the realities of mental health conditions.