Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The legendary Latvian basketball star Uļjana Semjonova is once again drawing attention across Europe. A devoted basketball fan and actor has fulfilled his dream of making a film about Uļa — even stepping into the role of portraying her himself. The project is a bold creative gamble, but it has already secured a place in this week’s Cannes Film Festival program.
Uļa’s life is an inspiring reminder to embrace the very qualities that make us different. Does your country have a story like this?
The legendary Latvian basketball star Uļjana Semjonova is once again drawing attention across Europe. A devoted basketball fan and actor has fulfilled his dream of making a film about Uļa — even stepping into the role of portraying her himself. The project is a bold creative gamble, but it has already secured a place in this week’s Cannes Film Festival program.
Uļa’s life is an inspiring reminder to embrace the very qualities that make us different. Does your country have a story like this?
