Slovenia, Croatia 2025Language:RomanySubtitles:GermanDirector:Žiga VircWriter:Iza StreharProducer:Boštjan VircDistributor:Ben Vandendaele15 min, Colour

Eleven year old Roma girl Milena fights against bloodstained sheets and wedding cakes. Her sister views marriage as liberation; Milena aims to prove to her that destiny – kismet – is a myth. 

Director's Biography:Žiga Virc is a Slovenian director and producer. He combines documentary and fictional elements and often works with marginalized and underrepresented communities.

Director's Filmography:

2025 POKLICANI (SERIES)
2023 SHOOTING BLANKS (TV)
2021 OSVOBODITEV LIBIDA (SHORT)

Director's statement:

By highlighting the often-overlooked perspectives of Romani women, we hope their stories inspire broader discussions about empathy, equality, and the importance of understanding diverse cultures. - Žiga Virc