The Living Fire (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 7.6

Released in 2015, The Living Fire is a documentary film directed by Ostap Kostyuk, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. “Lives begin and end, but everything goes back to the earth.” A tour-de-force of cinematography and sound design, this captivating, award-winning documentary looks at three generations of sheepherders in the Carpathian Mountains. While father and son take their flock on their annual journey through the highlands, the 82-year-old widower Vasyl reflects on his past back home. A sublime look at the cycles of life and the waning of tradition.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Living Fire has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Living Fire page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Living Fire tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Living Fire (2015)?
- In US, The Living Fire is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Living Fire worth watching?
- The Living Fire holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Living Fire released?
- The Living Fire was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.
