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Are You Living?
A movie about life and death in God's waiting room. After his fatal car accident, David wakes up in a strange room, later known as God's waiting room. David is not alone, he is greeted by a man, named Tom, who looks like he's stuck in the 1970's, he introduces David to the waiting room and fills him in on anything to know. It turns out he is God's assistant, he has a job of asking questions to the "newly dead" to see if they get a spot in the afterlife or not. After a long conversation, David and Tom talk deeply about life, death, and the meaning of living in a great mystery. Will David enter the afterlife? What secrets is Tom hiding from David?
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Plot Summary
The documentary follows the lives of three young Kosovar men from Pristina who are struggling with unemployment and the limitations imposed by their society. It explores their dreams, frustrations, and their search for meaning and a better future amidst challenging circumstances. Through their daily routines and interactions, the film provides a poignant look at the realities faced by many in post-war Kosovo.
Critical Reception
Are You Living? received positive reviews from critics, who praised its raw and authentic portrayal of youth disillusionment in Kosovo. The film was commended for its intimate observational style and its ability to capture the emotional landscape of its subjects without resorting to overt melodrama. Audiences also connected with the film's candid depiction of universal themes like hope, despair, and the search for identity.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic and unvarnished portrayal of youth in Kosovo.
Appreciated for its intimate observational style and emotional depth.
Seen as a poignant reflection on unemployment and the search for a better future.
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Awards & Accolades
Selected for the Berlinale Shorts competition at the 71st Berlin International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Director Samir Karahoda is also a renowned photographer, and the film's visual style often reflects his keen eye for composition and atmosphere.
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