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2023 | Color | 95:00

This film in three parts explores traditions in rural Albania and the role of women in society. The project begins by describing the filmmaker’s relationship to the country and an unwanted personal sacrifice which solidifies this connection. The film moves into a poetic portrayal of village life and the roles of women in society and concludes with a video piece, revealing the villagers active participation in their own depiction.


Country: Albania, México
Direction: Uman; Naomi
Script: Uman; Naomi
Production: Uman; Naomi
Photography: Uman; Naomi
Sound: Uman; Naomi, Glez; Homero
Music: N/A
Cast:N/A
Art direction: Uman; Naomi
Participation year at FICM: 2023

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