Albanian film Agia, directed by Lorin Terezi, won Best Film at the Warsaw International Film Festival.
Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja described the award as major news for Albanian cinema. He highlighted the festival’s status as an A-list international film event.
Gonxhja said the achievement brought hope, joy and pride during a difficult period for Albania. He congratulated Terezi, Albanian producers Florenc Papas and Dritan Huqi, and the entire production team.
The film follows a young woman’s struggle for freedom and independence in Albanian society during the 1990s. She faces rigid traditional norms. The cast includes Kosovare Krasniqi, Lurni Krasniqi, Afrim Muçaj, Luan Jaha, Lulzim Zeqja and Luiza Xhuvani.
The 2026 production held its world premiere at the Polish festival.
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