Best Bulgarian Film

Anima

by Kristin Ivanova
National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts, Bulgaria

Jury Motivation by Gal Zigmond

Anima is a moving documentary that tells the stories of three women who have suffered from domestic violence. Through authentic and intimate cinematography that captures every detail of their faces, the participants share their journeys with honesty and courage, highlighting the difficulties many women face that often go unnoticed.

Synopsis

The film interweaves the stories of three women, seemingly different from each other, but connected by a common trauma - domestic violence. They bare themselves in front of the camera to make viewers realize what it’s like to come face to face with this civilizational problem. Their revelations tell of their strength of spirit, of shattered dreams and coming to terms with it, of the courage to stand up to your fears and, above all, of salvation.

Director's biography

Kristin Ivanova is currently a third year Film and Television Directing student at NATFA "Krastyo Sarafov". Her interest in film art has been accompanying her since childhood. It deepened during her high school years, growing later into a decision to apply and continue her studies at the National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts. Born and raised in Sofia, she grew up studying German from an early age. She aspires to continue her education and career path abroad, where she can familiarize herself with different cultures and be a part of women in the film and entertainment industry as whole.

Credits

Director: Kristin Ivanova
Screenplay: Maria Decheva
Cinematography: Joanna Zabcheva
Editing: Vladimir Benchev
Music: Alex Dimitrov

Specifications

Original title: Анима
Running time: 23'
Film type: Documentary
Country: Bulgaria
Completion date: February 2024