Yeva
Yeva

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Yeva

2017
Movie
94 min
Armenian

Yeva is a young woman who escapes her influential in-laws with her daughter Nareh, after her husband’s tragic death and takes refuge in one of the villages of Karabakh, Armenia… Yeva is a complete stranger in this village and is obliged to live her daily life in disguise.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Anahit AbadGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Yeva, a young Armenian woman, is set to marry her childhood sweetheart, but her life takes a drastic turn when her fiancé is killed in a war. Left heartbroken and alone, she finds herself in a new land, struggling to adapt to her surroundings and confront her grief. The film follows her journey as she navigates the complexities of loss, identity, and the harsh realities of war.

Critical Reception

Yeva received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its emotional depth and the strong performance of its lead actress. Some reviewers noted the film's slow pacing, while others found its depiction of war and its aftermath to be poignant and thought-provoking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive portrayal of grief and resilience.

  • Lina Mirian's performance as Yeva was widely commended for its emotional impact.

  • The film's exploration of war's personal toll was seen as powerful, though some found the narrative pacing deliberate.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Yeva is not readily available on Google reviews.

Awards & Accolades

Yeva was screened at various film festivals, including the Golden Apricot Yerevan International Film Festival, where it garnered attention.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Armenia, adding an authentic backdrop to Yeva's personal struggles.

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