𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙨:

Title

MAVKA 2: THE FOREST SONG (2024)

Genre

Animation · Fantasy · Adventure · Romance

Directed by

Oleh Malamuzh

Produced by

Ukrainian Animation Studio, Film.UA Group

Plot Concept

The Forest Song continues the epic journey of Mavka, the spirit of the forest, as she faces a new crisis that threatens the very balance of nature itself.

Having established her peace with Luka, the young human she once loved and saved, Mavka now must contend with a darker force — an ancient entity known as Virok, the spirit of corruption, who seeks to take over the sacred heart of the forest. The fragile peace between the natural and human worlds is shattered when a mysterious illness begins to spread through the forest, and creatures that once lived in harmony with Mavka turn violent.

The forest itself is dying, and Mavka must seek help from the ancient elders, mystical beings who have long kept the forest’s secrets. However, to save the land she loves, she will have to make the ultimate sacrifice, choosing between saving the forest or the love she has always cherished — Luka.

As Mavka and Luka embark on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth about Virok, they must face not only the forces of nature but their own doubts and fears. Along the way, they will encounter new characters, including powerful forest spirits and magical creatures, and journey into forgotten realms of the enchanted woods. Together, they must stop Virok before he turns the entire world into darkness.

 Themes

Nature vs. Corruption – A battle between purity and destruction, with themes of ecological balance.

Sacrifice – The personal costs that come with love, responsibility, and protecting what one holds dear.

Healing and Rebirth – The forest must be healed, but its restoration comes at a deep emotional cost.

Love and Loyalty – The relationship between Mavka and Luka is tested as both are forced to choose between their love and their duties.

 Music & Soundtrack

The film will feature a lush, haunting soundtrack that blends traditional folk music with a more ethereal, mystical tone. The Forest Song will be a key musical piece that represents the voice of the forest, sung by Mavka and the forest spirits.

 Cast (Fan Concept)

Natalia Dzenenko as Mavka

Orest Lyzhenko as Luka

Ivan Klymchuk as Virok, the antagonist

Olena Zubritska as the voice of the Forest Elder

Maksym Tkachuk as a mystical creature that aids Mavka on her journey

Key Setpieces

The Darkened Forest – A once-lush landscape now corrupted by the presence of Virok, where plants die, and the sky darkens.

The Sacred Grove – A beautiful but perilous location where Mavka must confront the Forest Elder, who reveals crucial secrets about the forest’s past.

The Final Battle – A dramatic, emotionally charged confrontation between Mavka and Virok deep within the heart of the forest, where Mavka has to decide whether to sacrifice herself for the greater good.

Taglines

“A song of love and loss echoes through the trees.”
“When the heart of the forest is in danger, who will answer its call?”
“To save the world she loves, Mavka must face her greatest fear.”