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The Hill Where Lionesses Roar

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Somewhere in Kosovo, in a small remote village, three young women see their dreams and ambitions stifled. In their quest for independence, nothing can stop them: time to let the lionesses roar.

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Alexandra Heller-Nicholas AWFJ.org 09/10/2021
A strong film about how tough the world can be for strong young women, Bajrami reveals she has just as much to offer behind the camera as she does in front of it. Go to Full Review Kate Erbland IndieWire 07/09/2021
B-
The first-time filmmaker's eye for details is profound, from her inspired casting of mostly first- and second-time actors to the way the world they exist within moves around them. Go to Full Review Anna Smith Deadline Hollywood Daily 07/09/2021
Bajrami's promising first feature is an ode to caged lionesses everywhere. Go to Full Review Kate Boyle InSession Film 03/08/2023
B-
A striking view of a neglected generation... Go to Full Review Erick Estrada Cinegarage 07/08/2022
The power of these lionesses' roar echoes in the emptiness they now feel after their escapades, even though at face value it embodies the undefeatable Thelma and Louise. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Orla Smith Seventh Row 11/26/2021
Portrait of a Lady on Fire actress Luàna Bajrami makes a wonderful directorial debut with The Hill Where Lionesses Roar, a coming-of-age tale set in Kosovo. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Luàna Bajrami

Director

Flaka Latifi

Qe

Uratë Shabani

Jeta

Era Balaj

Li

Andi Bajgora

Zem

Luàna Bajrami

Lena
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The Hill Where Lionesses Roar

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Synopsis Somewhere in Kosovo, in a small remote village, three young women see their dreams and ambitions stifled. In their quest for independence, nothing can stop them: time to let the lionesses roar.
Director
Luàna Bajrami
Producer
Luàna Bajrami, Valbone Rahmani, Pascal Judelewicz, Adrien Ferrand, Quentin Just
Screenwriter
Luàna Bajrami
Production Co
Aeternum Artworks, Vents Contraires, Acajou Productions, OrëZäne Films
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Albanian
Runtime
1h 23m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)