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The latest film by director Enxhi Rista, “Kolltuku”, will premiere on October 22 at 18:00 at Millennium Cinema, as part of a special evening dedicated to “In Memoriam Naun Shundi”. This open public event will bring together art lovers to remember the renowned actor Naun Shundi while celebrating cinema and friendship. “Kolltuku” is produced by…

The film “Waterdrop” by director Robert Budina continues its remarkable journey of international success!Although it has been a year since its international premiere at the Warsaw International Film Festival, the film keeps making waves, featuring in over 30 festivals and being officially selected by Albania for the 2025 Oscars. This time, the prestigious Alexandria Festival in Egypt has honored the film…

Robert Budina’s film “Waterdrop” will be showcased at the Euro Balkan Film Festival on October 30 at 9:00 PM at Casa del Cinema in Rome. “Waterdrop” tells the story of Aida (played by Gresa Pallaska), a tough businesswoman and city planner in an Albanian town on the shores of Lake Ohrid, responsible for the allocation of EU subsidies. While Aida survives in a…

Robert Budina’s film “Waterdrop” continues to shine on the international stage!Following a fantastic journey through more than 20 global festivals and coverage from the world’s most prestigious media, the film has won major awards at the TIFF ODA Festival in Tetovo. Two leading actors from the film have been honored with well-deserved prizes:  Gresa Pallaska – Best Actress  Adem…

A great honor for Albanian cinema and director Robert Budina! The New York Times has included the film “Waterdrop” among the 5 must-see international films in their recent feature on streaming films. Critic Devika Girish writes: “Robert Budina envelops the characters in a sinister atmosphere of blues and grays and warped perspectives, emphasizing the deep…

Robert Budina’s film “Pikë Uji” continues its successful journey across the global festival circuit. After numerous selections in Europe, Asia, and Africa, the film now returns to America as part of the Shock Adventure Film Festival, an event that celebrates stories of adventure, resilience, and the human spirit. This new selection further confirms the film’s…

Robert Budina’s acclaimed film “Pikë Uji” continues its international festival journey, this time making a stop in North Macedonia. The film has been officially selected for the Balkan Competition of the TIFF Oda Festival in Tetovo and will be screened on September 19, at 8:00 PM, at the city’s Palace of Culture.   TIFF Oda…

Great news from Madrid!Talented actress Gresa Pallaska has been awarded the “Best Actress” prize at the ImagineIndia Film Festival for her outstanding performance in the film “Pikë Uji”, directed by Robert Budina. This prestigious recognition is not only a personal achievement for Gresa, but also a milestone for Albanian cinema, placing “Pikë Uji” among the…

The film “Pikë Uji / Waterdrop”, directed by Robert Budina and written by Budina in collaboration with Doruntina Basha and Ajola Daja, has received high praise from the Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti. In a social media post, Kurti shared his impressions of the work, describing it as a dark social drama that captures reality…

“Pikë Uji” continues its international journey of success!After participating in over 20 international festivals around the world, Robert Budina’s acclaimed film has been officially selected for the official competition of the Annaba Mediterranean Film Festival in Algeria. This renowned festival, one of the most important in North Africa, gathers cinematic works from across the Mediterranean and…