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Ferdonija

"Ferdonija" follows the story of the woman from Gjakova with the same name, who lost all her family members during the war and now after a decade there is still no news about them and the circumstances of their disappearance or murder. Filmed over two years, this documentary recounts the spiritual suffering, daily challenges, stigma and social pressure that this woman experiences, and tries to shed light on the consequences that history has left on its survivors.

Top Cast

  • Ferdonije Qerkezi

    Ferdonije Qerkezi

    Ferdonije Qerkezi

  • Nysrete Kumnova

    Nysrete Kumnova

    Nysrete Kumnova

  • Suphije Tafarshiku

    Suphije Tafarshiku

    Suphije Tafarshiku

  • Vlora Ymeraga

    Vlora Ymeraga

    Vlora Ymeraga

  • Ferdez Efendia

    Ferdez Efendia

    Ferdez Efendia

  • Mevlyde Mezini Saragi

    Mevlyde Mezini Saragi

    Mevlyde Mezini Saragi

Overview

"Ferdonija" follows the story of the woman from Gjakova with the same name, who lost all her family members during the war and now after a decade there is still no news about them and the circumstances of their disappearance or murder. Filmed over two years, this documentary recounts the spiritual suffering, daily challenges, stigma and social pressure that this woman experiences, and tries to shed light on the consequences that history has left on its survivors.

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