Movie spotlight
Date with Death
Depressed and recently widowed, Liv agrees to go on a blind date, but when she turns up she’s greeted by Death himself. Surely, she won’t go home with him?
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Plot Summary
In the dilapidated mining town of Drenas, Kosovo, a group of young men engage in a dangerous, adrenaline-fueled ritual. They risk their lives by jumping from a treacherous, unreinforced bridge into a deep, murky river below, seeking a fleeting thrill and a sense of defiance.
Critical Reception
Date with Death garnered attention for its raw portrayal of youth subculture and its exploration of risk-taking behavior in a challenging socio-economic environment. Critics often highlighted its visually striking cinematography and its unvarnished look at a specific community's youthful exuberance and existential angst.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its visceral and immersive depiction of youthful recklessness.
Noted for its compelling visual storytelling and atmospheric tension.
Appreciated for its sensitive yet unflinching look at a specific cultural context.
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Awards & Accolades
Selected for competition at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, and screened at various other international film festivals.
Fun Fact
The film was shot over several days, capturing the spontaneous and often dangerous jumps by the local youth as they occurred.
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