Country: Georgia

Direction George Ovashvili

Cast Lia Abuladze · Nika Alajajev · Tedo Bekhauri · Galoba Gambaria

Synopsis The Other Bank (2009) follows the harrowing journey of a young refugee and his mother as they escape ethnic cleansing in the Georgian region of Abkhazia, forced to leave his father behind. Upon reaching the Georgian capital of Tbilisi, the...

Direction George Ovashvili

Cast Ilyas Salman · Mariam Buturishvili · Tamer Levent

Synopsis Corn Island (2014) unfolds along the Inguri River, a natural boundary separating Georgia and Abkhazia. A seasonal flood has given rise to a small, newly formed island, seemingly perfect for growing corn. An elderly farmer, whose weathered face mirrors the...

Direction Nana Ekvtimishvili · Simon Groß

Cast Ia Shugliashvili · Merab Ninidze · Berta Khapava · Tsisia Qumsishvili

Synopsis My Happy Family (2017) explores the dynamics of a traditional Georgian household where three generations coexist under one roof. The narrative takes an unexpected turn when Manana, a 52-year-old woman, makes a bold decision to leave her parents' home and...

Direction Zar Amir-Ebrahimi · Guy Nattiv

Cast Arienne Mandi · Zar Amir-Ebrahimi · Jaime Ray Newman · Nadine Marshall

Synopsis Tatami (2023) follows the journey of Leila, a determined Iranian female judoka, and her coach Maryam as they embark on a mission to secure Iran's first gold medal at the Judo World Championship. However, their dreams are abruptly threatened when...

Direction Elene Naveriani

Cast Eka Chavleishvili · Temiko Chichinadze

Synopsis Blackbird Blackbird Blackberry (2023) follows the life of Etero, who manages a small convenience store in a quiet Georgian town. At 48 years old, she remains unmarried and a virgin, which has made her the target of local gossip and...

Direction Salomé Jashi

Synopsis Taming the Garden (2021) delves into the extraordinary passion of a influential figure, the ex-prime minister of Georgia, who has cultivated an unusual pastime. His fascination lies in gathering ancient trees that line Georgia’s coastal regions. He directs his team...

Direction Temur Babluani

Cast Elgudzha Burduli · David Kazishvili · Lia Babluani · Eka Saatashvili

Synopsis The Sun of the Wakeful (1992) follows the story of Dr. Gela (Elgudzha Burduli), a man consumed by his quest to develop a cancer cure. His relentless pursuit of this goal has led to his dismissal from his hospital job,...

Direction Mohsen Makhmalbaf

Cast Misha Gomiashvili · Dachi Orvelashvili · Guja Burduli · Ia Sukhitashvili

Synopsis The President (2014) chronicles the tumultuous final days of a ruthless dictator as his country is overrun by revolutionaries. This thought-provoking and unsettling allegory, directed by the acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Moshen Makhmalbaf, delves into the complexities of power, corruption, and...

Direction Elene Naveriani

Cast Gia Agumava · Eka Chavleishvili · Zaal Goguadze · Kakha Kobaladze

Synopsis Wet Sand (2021) unfolds in a picturesque Georgian Black Sea village, where the residents are known for their warmth and familiarity. However, the tranquility is shattered when a local man, Eliko, is discovered lifeless, hanging from a tree. His granddaughter,...

Direction Levan Koguashvili

Cast Andro Sakvarelidze · Ia Sukhitashvili · Archil Kikodze · Vakho Chachanidze

Direction Tinatin Kajrishvili

Cast Giorgi Bochorishvili · Ia Sukhitashvili · Jano Isoria · Ioseb Gogichaishvili

Synopsis Horizon (2018) follows Giorgi and Ana, a couple in their late 30s navigating the challenging journey of separation. Their parting is discreet, avoiding the prying eyes of others. While the initial emotional turmoil and shock appear to have subsided, adapting...

Direction Ana Urushadze

Cast Nato Murvanidze · Dimitri Tatishvili · Ramaz Ioseliani · Avtandil Makharadze

Synopsis Scary Mother (2017) follows the journey of Manana, a 50-year-old housewife who finds herself at a crossroads. Torn between her dedication to her family and her long-suppressed passion for writing, she ultimately decides to pursue her creative dreams. This decision,...

Direction Rati Oneli

Cast Archil Khvedelidze · Zurab Gelashvili · Mariam Pkhaladze · Irina Pkhaladze

Synopsis City of the Sun (2017) is a visually striking exploration of a fading town in Georgia, once a bustling industrial hub where the rhythmic hum of manganese mines has given way to an almost unbroken silence. This documentary employs a...

Direction Alexandre Koberidze

Cast Ani Karseladze · Giorgi Bochorishvili · Oliko Barbakadze · Giorgi Ambroladze

Synopsis What Do We See When We Look at the Sky? (2021) follows the whirlwind romance of Lisa and Giorgi, who meet by chance on a bustling street corner and instantly fall in love. However, their newfound connection is abruptly disrupted...

Direction Mariam Khatchvani

Cast George Babluani · Natia Vibliani · Girshel Chelidze · Nukri Khachvani

Synopsis Dede (2017) unfolds in the year 1992, focusing on the life of young Dina, who resides in an isolated mountain village where ancient traditions dictate every aspect of life. The narrative explores the challenges and consequences of challenging these deeply...

Direction Mariam Khatchvani

Cast Vakho Chachanidze · Nutsi Khaptani · Keta Lortkipanidze

Synopsis Dinola (S) (2013) unfolds in the rugged and unforgiving mountainous terrain of Svaneti, Georgia. The narrative follows Dina, a woman whose joy and zest for life are abruptly cut short. According to local customs, Dina is compelled to wed the...

Direction Nana Djordjadze

Cast Nutsa Kukhianidze · Shaco Iashvili · Evgeniy Sidikhin · Levan Uchaneishvili

Synopsis 27 Missing Kisses (2001) follows the warm summer escapades of a young teenager named Sybilla. She finds herself entangled in a complex web of emotions as she develops feelings for a middle-aged man who is also a father. Simultaneously, she...

Direction Nana Ekvtimishvili · Simon Groß

Cast Lika Babluani · Mariam Bokeria · Zurab Gogaladze · Data Zakareishvili

Synopsis In Bloom (2013) is set in the early 1990s in Tbilisi, the capital of newly independent Georgia following the dissolution of the Soviet Union. The nation is grappling with violence, conflict on the Black Sea coast (Abkhazia), and vigilante justice...

Direction Tamta Gabrichidze

Cast Gela Kolochovi · Datuna Davladze · Dato Gorgadze · Lika Tavartqiladze

Synopsis The Trader (S) (2018) follows the journey of a nomadic merchant who offers a unique perspective into the daily struggles and resilience of rural communities in the Republic of Georgia. In this documentary, potatoes serve as a form of currency,...

Direction Zaza Khalvashi

Cast Aleko Abashidze · Ramaz Bolkvadze · Mariska Diasamidze · Ednar Bolkvadze

Synopsis Namme (2017) follows the story of Ali's family, who have been entrusted with a sacred duty: tending to a local healing spring and using its waters to heal ailing villagers. While Ali's three sons harbor doubts, his youngest daughter, Namme,...