Dua (CinEast Festival 2026)
Dua
Kosovo-Suisse-France 2026 | Blerta Basholli | vostEN | 101’ | digital | Cast: Pinea Matoshi, Vlera Bilalli, Kaona Matoshi, Yllka Gashi
► Prix SACD – Semaine de la Critique, Cannes 2026 ; Kosovo’s Oscar candidate
In late-1990s Pristina, 13-year-old Dua struggles to grow up as tensions rise in Kosovo and her family begins to fracture. With the help of a bold friend, she finds courage and resilience.
« The impressive second feature from Blerta Basholli brings an intimate, personal perspective to the turmoil of growing up in a time of conflict. » (Screen International)
« An involving depiction of a recent history that is very well known but still not discussed openly enough in cinema. » (East European Flicks)
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