**La Palisiada (2024)** Set against the backdrop of Ukraine in 1996, "La Palisiada" unfolds just five months before the country’s capital punishment moratorium. The gripping tale follows two lifelong friends—a seasoned police detective and a sharp forensic psychiatrist—as they dive deep into the chilling murder of a fellow officer. Their investigation is not just about solving a crime; it unearths buried emotions and unresolved tensions, as both men once shared a romantic connection with the widow of the deceased. As they navigate the complexities of the case, memories of their past intertwine with the present, forcing them to confront their unfulfilled dreams and aspirations. The stakes rise as their quest for justice reveals not only the darker corners of their lives but also the hopes and futures that their children will inherit. Will they find closure in their friendship and their unfulfilled love, or will the haunting echoes of the past dictate their futures? "La Palisiada" is a poignant exploration of loyalty, love, and the legacies we leave behind.