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20/06/2023 - 20:00

PROUD ROMA

Director Pablo Vega Spain-Romania, 10’, Short fiction, 2022

Q&A with Pablo Vega

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21/06/2023 - 15:00

PROUD ROMA

Director Pablo Vega Spain-Romania, 10’, Short fiction, 2022

Q&A with Pablo Vega

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21/06/2023 - 18:00

DEATHLESS WOMEN

Director Roz Mortimer Poland-Germany, 89’, docu-fiction, 2019

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21/06/2023 - 19:45

HURJASA

Director Jake Bowers United Kingdom, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, 10’, docu-fiction, 2022

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21/06/2023 - 20:45

DJANGO

Director Etienne Comar France, 120’, Fiction

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22/06/2023 - 14:30

HURJASA

Director Jake Bowers United Kingdom, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, 10’, docu-fiction, 2022

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22/06/2023 - 14:40

DEATHLESS WOMEN

Director Roz Mortimer Poland-Germany, 89’, docu-fiction, 2019

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22/06/2023 - 18:30

A LUA PLATZ

Director Jeremy Gravayat France, 97’, creative documentary, 2018

Q&A with Director Jeremy Gravayat

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22/06/2023 - 21:00

GHETTO BALBOA

Director Arpad Bogdan Hungary, 94’, creative documentary, 2018

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23/06/2023 - 14:30

A LUA PLATZ

Director Jeremy Gravayat France, 97’, creative documentary, 2018

Q&A with Director Jeremy Gravayat

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23/06/2023 - 18:00

MELODY AND MUSIC

Director Faton and Sami Mustafa, Kosovo, 15’, creative documentary, 2023

Q&A with Faton Mustafa & Sami Mustafa

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23/06/2023 - 18:45

ROMNI

Director Amanda Fisher Kosovo, 15’, Short fiction, 2020

Q&A with Amanda Fisher

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23/06/2023 - 19:00

SCHOOL FOR LITTLE MISS ROMA

Croatia, 82’, creative documentary, 2015

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23/06/2023 - 21:00

ACASA, MY HOME

Director Radu Ciornicuic Romania, 82’, creative documentary, 2021

Q&A with Radu Ciornicuic

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24/06/2023 - 10:00

RIZA’S NIGHT

Director Toth-Pocs Roland, Hungary, 7’, Animation

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24/06/2023 - 10:00

DOJA, THE GYPSY FAIRY

Hungary, 7’, Animation

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24/06/2023 - 10:00

THE STORY OF THE SUN AND MOON

Director Szoboszlay Eszter, Hungary, 7’, Animation

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24/06/2023 - 14:30

ROMNI

Director Amanda Fisher, Kosovo, 15’, Short fiction, 2020

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24/06/2023 - 14:45

SCHOOL FOR LITTLE MISS ROMA

Croatia, 82’, creative documentary, 2015

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24/06/2023 - 18:45

PRINCES AMONG THE MEN

Director Stephan Crasneanski, France, 15’, creative documentary, 2017

Q&A with Stephan Crasneanski

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24/06/2023 - 20:45

GIPSY QUEEN

Director Huseyin Tabac, Romania-Germany, 120’, fiction, 2019

Q&A with Huseyin Tabac

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25/06/2023 - 11:00

RIZA’S NIGHT

Director Toth-Pocs Roland, Hungary, 7’, Animation

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25/06/2023 - 11:00

DOJA, THE GYPSY FAIRY

Hungary, 7’, Animation

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25/06/2023 - 11:00

THE STORY OF THE SUN AND MOON

Director Szoboszlay Eszter, Hungary, 7’, Animation

Map of locations

18:30

KINO ARMATA (A)

Film Screenings and Q&A’s

18:30

CENTRE FOR NARRATIVE PRACTISE (B)

Meeting Point

FILM Reruns

Panel Discussion

Children’s program (24th & 25th June)

18:30

PALLATI I RINISE DHE SPORTEVE (RED HALL) (C)

Concert’s (25 th June)

Day 1 - 20th June

20:00

VENUE (A)

Opening Ceremony

20:00

VENUE (A)

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Music 4 All

Students of Music school from Plemetina are opening the curtains..

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20:00

VENUE (A)

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Music 4 All Performance

Students of Music school from Plemetina are opening the curtains..

20:00

VENUE (A)

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PROUD ROMA

A film by Pablo Vega, 2022, Spain-Romania, short fiction, 10’ (Original Version in Alb+SRB subtitles.) Pablo Vega will attend the Q&A.

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20:00

VENUE (A)

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PROUD ROMA

A film by Pablo Vega, 2022, Spain-Romania, short fiction, 10’ (Original Version in Alb+SRB subtitles.)

Pablo Vega will attend the Q&A.

Synopsis: Inspired by Charlie Chaplin's 1940 film 'The Great Dictator' and the Roma heritage of its creator, the short film 'Proud Roma' celebrates the rich diversity of the Roma nation. It challenges historical narratives and stereotypes, highlighting the significant cultural and historical contributions of Roma to Europe."

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

21:30

VENUE (A)

Cocktail Reception and networking

Day 2 - 21th June

15:00

VENUE (B)

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PROUD ROMA

A film by Pablo Vega, 2022, Spain-Romania, short fiction, 10’ (Original Version in Alb+SRB subtitles.) Pablo Vega will attend the Q&A.

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15:00

VENUE (B)

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PROUD ROMA

A film by Pablo Vega, 2022, Spain-Romania, short fiction, 10’ (Original Version in Alb+SRB subtitles.)

Pablo Vega will attend the Q&A.

Synopsis: Inspired by Charlie Chaplin's 1940 film 'The Great Dictator' and the Roma heritage of its creator, the short film 'Proud Roma' celebrates the rich diversity of the Roma nation. It challenges historical narratives and stereotypes, highlighting the significant cultural and historical contributions of Roma to Europe."

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

15:10

VENUE (B)

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PANEL DISCUSSION

Roma identity and self-representation in cultural and political context and the upcoming census.

Panelist: Pablo Vega, Sebastian Serifovic, Driton Berisa.

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15:10

VENUE (B)

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PANEL DISCUSSION

Roma identity and self-representation in cultural and political context and the upcoming census.

Panelist: Pablo Vega, Sebastian Serifovic, Driton Berisa.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

18:00

VENUE (A)

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DEATHLESS WOMEN

by Roz Mortimer, 2019, Poland, Germany, docu-fiction, 89’

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18:00

VENUE (A)

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DEATHLESS WOMEN

by Roz Mortimer, 2019, Poland, Germany, docu-fiction, 89’

Synopsis: A ghost story for the 21st Century. An elegiac account of the Nazi genocide of the Roma expressed through the filmmaker's engagement with The Deathless Woman.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

19:15

VENUE (A)

Q&A with Roz Mortimer

19:45

VENUE (A)

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HURJASA

by Jake Bowers, 2022, United Kingdom, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, docu-fiction, 10’

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19:45

VENUE (A)

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HURJASA

by Jake Bowers, 2022, United Kingdom, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, docu-fiction, 10’

Synopsis: 'Hurjasa' / 'We Will fly' is made in cooperation with European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture - ERIAC and Roma Integration project with the aim to encourage more Roma do proudly declare their identity on the upcoming censuses in the Western Balkans.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

19:55

VENUE (A)

Q&A with director Jake Bowers

20:45

VENUE (A)

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DJANGO

by Etienne Comar, France, fiction, 120’

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20:45

VENUE (A)

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DJANGO

by Etienne Comar, France, fiction, 120’

Synopsis: The story of Django Reinhardt, famous guitarist and composer, and his flight from German-occupied Paris in 1943.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

Day 3 - 22th June

14:30

VENUE (B)

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HURJASA

by Jake Bowers, 2022, United Kingdom, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, docu-fiction, 10’

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14:30

VENUE (B)

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HURJASA

by Jake Bowers, 2022, United Kingdom, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, docu-fiction, 10’

Synopsis: 'Hurjasa' / 'We Will fly' is made in cooperation with European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture - ERIAC and Roma Integration project with the aim to encourage more Roma do proudly declare their identity on the upcoming censuses in the Western Balkans.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

14:40

VENUE (B)

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DEATHLESS WOMEN

by Roz Mortimer, 2019, Poland, Germany, docu-fiction, 89’

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14:40

VENUE (B)

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DEATHLESS WOMEN

by Roz Mortimer, 2019, Poland, Germany, docu-fiction, 89’

Synopsis: A ghost story for the 21st Century. An elegiac account of the Nazi genocide of the Roma expressed through the filmmaker's engagement with The Deathless Woman.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

16:00

VENUE (B)

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PANEL DISCUSSION

Hunting History: How History Reflects on Today's Kosovar Society and the Position of Roma in Europe. What obstacles can we, the Roma, overcome?

Panelist: Jake Bowers, Roz Mortimer and History Expert.

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16:00

VENUE (B)

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PANEL DISCUSSION

Hunting History: How History Reflects on Today's Kosovar Society and the Position of Roma in Europe. What obstacles can we, the Roma, overcome?

Panelist: Jake Bowers, Roz Mortimer and History Expert

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

18:30

VENUE (A)

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A LUA PLATZ

by Jeremy Gravayat, 2018, France, creative documentary, 97’ Q&A with Director Jeremy Gravayat

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18:30

VENUE (A)

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A LUA PLATZ

by Jeremy Gravayat, 2018, France, creative documentary, 97’

Q&A with Director Jeremy Gravayat.

Synopsis: At the outskirts of Paris, in a rapidly-changing suburb, a group of Romanian families are searching for a place to live. From their abandoned village, to the demolished slum and occupied houses, their quest weaves together a common history, forged through solidarity and marked by displacement.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

21:00

VENUE (A)

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GHETTO BALBOA

by Arpad Bogdan, 2018, Hungary, creative documentary, 94’

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21:00

VENUE (A)

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GHETTO BALBOA

by Arpad Bogdan, 2018, Hungary, creative documentary, 94’

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

Day 4 - 23th June

14:30

VENUE (B)

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A LUA PLATZ

by Jeremy Gravayat, 2018, France, creative documentary, 97’ Q&A with Director Jeremy Gravayat

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14:30

VENUE (B)

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A LUA PLATZ

by Jeremy Gravayat, 2018, France, creative documentary, 97’

Q&A with Director Jeremy Gravayat.

Synopsis: At the outskirts of Paris, in a rapidly-changing suburb, a group of Romanian families are searching for a place to live. From their abandoned village, to the demolished slum and occupied houses, their quest weaves together a common history, forged through solidarity and marked by displacement.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

14:30

VENUE (B)

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FILM TALK

Kosovo visa liberation. Voices of Arrival: Navigating the path of Immigrants in France.

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14:30

VENUE (B)

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FILM TALK

Kosovo visa liberation. Voices of Arrival: Navigating the path of Immigrants in France.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

18:00

VENUE (A)

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MELODY AND MUSIC

by Faton and Sami Mustafa, 2023, Kosovo, creative documentary, 15min’
Q&A with directors.

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18:00

VENUE (A)

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MELODY AND MUSIC

by Faton and Sami Mustafa, 2023, Kosovo, creative documentary, 15min’
Q&A with directors.

Synopsis: Two musicians; one learns his talents from grandfather, and second transfers his talents to young ones. What remains a memory, and how we create memories?

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

18:45

VENUE (A)

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ROMNI

by Amanda Fisher, 2020, short fiction, Kosovo, 15’
Q&A with director Amanda Fisher.

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18:45

VENUE (A)

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ROMNI

by Amanda Fisher, 2020, short fiction, Kosovo, 15’
Q&A with director Amanda Fisher.

Synopsis: A story of a young Roma girl who finds herself in between the two choices-will she agree to arranged marriage or not.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

19:00

VENUE (A)

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SCHOOL FOR LITTLE MISS ROMA

2015, creative documentary, Croatia, 82’

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19:00

VENUE (A)

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SCHOOL FOR LITTLE MISS ROMA

2015, creative documentary, Croatia, 82’

Synopsis: Three Roma girls strive to complete high school and become the first members of their families to gain a diploma.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

21:00

VENUE (A)

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ACASA, MY HOME

by Radu Ciornicuic, 2021, creative documentary, Romania, 82’
Q&A with Director

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21:00

VENUE (A)

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ACASA, MY HOME

by Radu Ciornicuic, 2021, creative documentary, Romania, 82’
Q&A with Director

Synopsis: In the wilderness of the Bucharest Delta, nine children and their parents lived in perfect harmony with nature for 20 years until they are chased out and forced to adapt to life in the big city.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

Day 5 - 24th June

10:00

VENUE (B)

Yoga Session

11:00

VENUE (B)

Games,
Face painting,
Coloring pages

11:00

VENUE (B)

Animation Film Screenings

RIZA’S NIGHT - 7’, Animation

DOJA, THE GYPSY Fairy - 7’, Animation

THE STORY OF THE SUN AND MOON - 7’, Animation

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11:00

VENUE (B)

Animation Film Screenings

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RIZA’S NIGHT

7’, Animation Hungary – Romanes with subtitles in Albanian. Director, Toth-Pocs Roland

Synopsis: The story is a “fib-teller’s tale.” Riza, a Roma girl, narrates an unusual night, in which dream and reality intermix. The story is a flow of surreal, humorous absurdities told in the first-person singular.

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DOJA, THE GYPSY Fairy

7’, Animation Hungary – Romanes with subtitles in Albanian.

Synopsis: Doja, the beautiful Gypsy fairy, gracefully strolls down a rainbow to be among her people and help them. Clinging to her long, sable hair, they fly with her to a wondrous island, where they can build their own fiefdom and live happily, in peace. But then, one day, a terrible thing happens...

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THE STORY OF THE SUN AND MOON

7’, Animation Hungary - Romanes with subtitle in Albanian Director Szoboszlay Eszter

Synopsis: Once upon a time, an enormous dragon and a piteously cruel giant stole the Sun and the Moon. Darkness fell over the world. Fortunately, two brave and strong men set out to find the light and bring it back…

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

13:00

VENUE (B)

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MUSIC WORKSHOP

with Music 4 All - music school from Plemetina.

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13:00

VENUE (B)

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MUSIC WORKSHOP

with Music 4 All - music school from Plemetina.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

14:30

VENUE (B)

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ROMNI

by Amanda Fisher, 2020, short fiction, Kosovo, 15’

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14:30

VENUE (B)

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ROMNI

by Amanda Fisher, 2020, short fiction, Kosovo, 15’

Synopsis: A story of a young Roma girl who finds herself in between the two choices-will she agree to arranged marriage or not.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

14:45

VENUE (B)

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SCHOOL FOR LITTLE MISS ROMA

2015, creative documentary, Croatia, 82’

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14:45

VENUE (B)

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SCHOOL FOR LITTLE MISS ROMA

2015, creative documentary, Croatia, 82’

Synopsis: Three Roma girls strive to complete high school and become the first members of their families to gain a diploma.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

16:30

VENUE (B)

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PANEL DISCUSSION

Conservative Community in a Conservative Society. Harming vs richness of the culture.

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16:30

VENUE (B)

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PANEL DISCUSSION

Conservative Community in a Conservative Society. Harming vs richness of the culture.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

18:45

VENUE (A)

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PRINCES AMONG THE MEN

by Stephan Crasneanski, France, creative documentary, 2017, 82’
Q&A with Director.

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18:45

VENUE (A)

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PRINCES AMONG THE MEN

by Stephan Crasneanski, France, creative documentary, 2017, 82’
Q&A with Director.

Synopsis: From its delta on the Black Sea, all the way to Serbia, we follow the meanders of the Danube and the gipsy musicians, meeting «Men», the Roma. That is the name they go by. They form the largest ethnic minority in Europe, made up of several hundred clans. Among them, that of the lautari, the musicians.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

20:45

VENUE (A)

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GIPSY QUEEN

by Huseyin Tabac, 2019, Romania-Germany, fiction, 120’
Q&A with Director

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20:45

VENUE (A)

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GIPSY QUEEN

by Huseyin Tabac, 2019, Romania-Germany, fiction, 120’
Q&A with Director

Synopsis: Ali, a courageous woman and single mother of two kids, works with the trainer and owner of a rundown box club in order to provide for her family.

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

Day 6 - 25th June

10:00

VENUE (B)

Yoga Session

11:00

VENUE (B)

Nature Art Workshop

11:00

VENUE (B)

Animation Film Screenings

RIZA’S NIGHT - 7’, Animation

DOJA, THE GYPSY Fairy - 7’, Animation

THE STORY OF THE SUN AND MOON - 7’, Animation

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11:00

VENUE (B)

Animation Film Screenings

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RIZA’S NIGHT

7’, Animation Hungary – Romanes with subtitles in Albanian. Director, Toth-Pocs Roland

Synopsis: The story is a “fib-teller’s tale.” Riza, a Roma girl, narrates an unusual night, in which dream and reality intermix. The story is a flow of surreal, humorous absurdities told in the first-person singular.

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DOJA, THE GYPSY Fairy

7’, Animation Hungary – Romanes with subtitles in Albanian.

Synopsis: Doja, the beautiful Gypsy fairy, gracefully strolls down a rainbow to be among her people and help them. Clinging to her long, sable hair, they fly with her to a wondrous island, where they can build their own fiefdom and live happily, in peace. But then, one day, a terrible thing happens...

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THE STORY OF THE SUN AND MOON

7’, Animation Hungary - Romanes with subtitle in Albanian Director Szoboszlay Eszter

Synopsis: Once upon a time, an enormous dragon and a piteously cruel giant stole the Sun and the Moon. Darkness fell over the world. Fortunately, two brave and strong men set out to find the light and bring it back…

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

17:00

VENUE (B)

Book Reading in Romanes and Albanian

20:30

VENUE (C)

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JIMMY BAND

JIMMY MUSTAFA BAND in a world of burning bright talents, where new sounds assail us from all sides a new voice is about to cut through that chorus. Jimmy Mustafa Band, formed in 2011 plays Roma/gipsy music from Kosovo Balkans. Jimmy, currently plays at the hotel Gracanica every weekend for a brunch time, at the same time the band the band has two studio albums, first one called “Posvetime” (Dedicated) with 10 tracks and the second album “Romane Bajrakja” (Roma Flags).

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20:30

VENUE (C)

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JIMMY BAND

Folk pop, talava, jazz.

JIMMY MUSTAFA BAND in a world of burning bright talents, where new sounds assail us from all sides a new voice is about to cut through that chorus. Jimmy Mustafa Band, formed in 2011 plays Roma/gipsy music from Kosovo Balkans. Jimmy, currently plays at the hotel Gracanica every weekend for a brunch time, at the same time the band the band has two studio albums, first one called “Posvetime” (Dedicated) with 10 tracks and the second album “Romane Bajrakja” (Roma Flags).

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

21:00

VENUE (C)

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KAL BAND

Rock’n roll, jazz, ska, swing, blues and pop.

KAL – Rock´N´Roma The infusion of pure energy and the sound that won’t leave your mind and body indifferent in any moment – is Kal Band. The eclectic rhythm created by the combination of Western Balkan music with swing, jazz, blues, and pop brings a completely new and original sound that is applied from the first to the last chords. The group was founded in 1996. Since then, over a thousand concerts have been played abroad. They participated in all major European festivals: Fusion Festival – Germany, Pepsi Sziget Festival – Hungary, Berlinale Festival – Germany, EXIT Festival – Serbia, Belgrade Beer Fest – Serbia, Kustendorf Film and Music Festival – Serbia, Nisville Jazz Festival – Serbia…

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21:00

VENUE (C)

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KAL BAND

Rock’n roll, jazz, ska, swing, blues and pop.

KAL – Rock´N´Roma The infusion of pure energy and the sound that won’t leave your mind and body indifferent in any moment – is Kal Band. The eclectic rhythm created by the combination of Western Balkan music with swing, jazz, blues, and pop brings a completely new and original sound that is applied from the first to the last chords. The group was founded in 1996. Since then, over a thousand concerts have been played abroad. They participated in all major European festivals: Fusion Festival – Germany, Pepsi Sziget Festival – Hungary, Berlinale Festival – Germany, EXIT Festival – Serbia, Belgrade Beer Fest – Serbia, Kustendorf Film and Music Festival – Serbia, Nisville Jazz Festival – Serbia…

For Kosovo, Albanian, Serbian and North Macedonia residents, the films are available in English, Albanian and Serbian subtitles.

Watch the films made by and about Roma on our online platform.

20:00

VENUE (C)

Closing Ceremony

IMPLEMENTING PARTNERS
PARTNERS
MEDIA
SUPPORTERS

Reflecting on a decade of progress

Meet the team

ABOUT
ROLLING FESTIVAL

The Rolling Film Festivals, held in the years 2009, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2018, and 2021, have emerged as an esteemed biennial event in Kosovo, serving as a conduit for fostering understanding and collaboration between the Roma community and other communities within the region. These festivals are dedicated to supporting and showcasing Romani artistic expression while providing a jubilant, dynamic, and transformative setting aimed at dispelling stereotypes and promoting positive inter-ethnic relations. In line with Kosovo's Action Plan for the integration of Roma into national life, particularly in the realm of culture, this project seeks to establish Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with relevant government agencies, recognizing the program's alignment with the Action Plan. Moreover, the project endeavors to garner support from educational institutions and community venues.

The European agenda, as exemplified by European-level and national action plans, as well as the Decade of Roma Inclusion, underscores the significance of education, culture, and non-discrimination as essential tools for breaking the cycle of poverty and enabling successful inclusion of marginalized minorities in national life.

Each year, the Rolling Film Festivals showcase a fresh selection of films originating from various corners of the globe, encompassing both international contributions and locally-produced works. The films are thoughtfully curated to highlight the diversity, cultural richness, and shared humanity inherent inRoma stories. The Rolling Film Festival (RFF) encompasses a multifaceted program, culminating in a five-day-long film festival held in Prishtina.

About Rolling Festival

Meet the team

REFLECTING ON A
DECADE OF PROGRESS

Celebrating more than a decade since its inception, the Rolling Film Festival has not only offered our neighbors and neighboring countries a window into the lives of Roma individuals worldwide but has also provided a platform for the authentic portrayal of the experiences of Roma people in Kosovo through locally-produced films. Over the years, the festival has gained international recognition and has become a benchmark for other European film festivals interested in showcasing works by and about the Roma community. This growing acclaim and respect for the festival underscorethe importance of supporting similar events throughout Europe.

Throughout its existence, the Rolling Film Festival has achieved the following milestones:

Screened over 200 films exclusively within Kosovo, while maintaining an extensive database comprising more than 700 films.

Engaged approximately 3,000 young individuals in human rights programs across ten high schools in Kosovo.

Facilitated the creation of 70 short films through the Cikore Filmja European Film workshops.

Provided a nurturing space for budding Roma filmmakers in Kosovo to produce their debut works, resulting in ten awards being bestowed upon these films at festivals across Europe.

In response to the burgeoning international demand for access to Roma films, the organizers have developed a distinctive website platform dedicated to showcasing Roma cinema. This platform can be accessed at www.romacinema.org.

About Rolling Festival

Reflecting on a decade of progress

MEET THE
TEAM

Sami Mustafa - Artistic Director Sami Mustafa, an acclaimed independent documentary director, producer, and writer. His creative prowess has garnered him prestigious awards, and his remarkable journey began with his inaugural film in 2003, a humble trainee endeavor in Plemetina village, Kosovo. Over the course of a decade, Sami has masterfully crafted over fifty captivating short documentaries and docu-fiction works, along with two compelling feature-length films. In 2007, he founded Romawood, a production house dedicated to exploring Roma issues and culture. This marked the genesis of his transformative project, "Jekh Kham Jekh Sel / One Sun One. Sami's unwavering commitment to socially and politically engaged filmmaking has brought the self-representation of Roma people in cinema to a profoundly human level, resonating deeply with audiences across Europe. With his groundbreaking initiatives, including the Rolling Film Festival and his collaborations with international film festivals, Sami has fostered a vibrant cinematic landscape that celebrates Roma voices and fosters cultural dialogue. His journey has now led him to French Ireland in Corsica. As an honorary member of the European Roma Institute of Arts and Culture, his legacy as a visionary Roma filmmaker continues to inspire and empower generations to come.

Avni Mustafa – Festival Director Avni Mustafa, born in 1987 in Kosovo's vibrant village of Plemetina, is a passionate human rights activist and trainer. He has dedicated his life to uplifting the Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptian communities, starting as a manager for Romano Resaipe NGO. Avni's influential work led him to publish a groundbreaking book on their needs and challenges. Currently the Executive Director of Roma Versitas Kosovo NGO and a journalist for Public Service of Kosovo, Avni continues to empower marginalized voices. His tireless efforts with Balkan Sunflowers Kosovo further exemplify his commitment to education and fostering positive change. Avni Mustafa's remarkable journey is a testament to the transformative power of compassion and unwavering determination.

Pranvera Begolli – Project Coordinator FExperienced professional with a background in coordination, management, and project planning. Skilled in intercultural communication, problem-solving and leadership. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Economics and volunteered as a community social worker. Currently working as an Executive Assistant at Oxford Property Group and coordinating the Rolling Film Festival at Roma Versitas Kosovo.

Faton Mustafa – Logistics Coordinator Faton, a talented filmmaker, journalist, and activist from Kosovo, is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Roma community, particularly youth. Through compelling documentaries and grassroots initiatives, he sheds light on the challenges faced by the Roma community, advocates for their rights, and empowers Roma youth to share their stories through film. Faton's work extends beyond Kosovo, reaching Serbia, Croatia, and Montenegro, as he raises awareness and creates social change. His passion and commitment make a lasting impact in his community. Opre Roma!

Adrian Sheremeti – Designer and PR Adrian is an accomplished graphic designer with a wealth of experience in the creative industry spanning over ten years. His career began in publishing, where he gained valuable insights and skills while working with magazines and newspapers. As their passion for design grew, they transitioned to collaborating with marketing agencies, further refining their expertise in crafting visually captivating and impactful designs. Since 2010, Adrian has been providing freelance graphic design services to a wide range of clients, building a solid reputation.

Dorela Limaj – Finance Dorela Limanaj, born in Kline in 1993, completed her education in Kline and earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Prishtina, specializing in Marketing. Since January 2018, she has been an integral part of the Roma Versitas Kosovo team, serving as the Finance and Admin Manager.

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+ 383 49 268 600

Office:

+ 383 48 794 060

E-Mail:

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