CAST
Zana berisha
Plays Era with quiet strength and emotional depth. A rising talent in Kosovo, she studied acting at the University of Pristina. Known for I Love You More (2023), Era marks her most intimate and affecting performance to date.
Alban Ukaj
Plays Agron, Era’s father—a liberal man torn between tradition and survival. An acclaimed figure in European cinema, his credits include Quo Vadis, Aida? (2020) and Tori and Lokita (2022)
Armend Smajli
Plays Fatos, Era’s mysterious neighbor in the village. A familiar presence in Kosovar cinema, his recent work includes Hive (2021), The Land Within Me (2022), and Babai (2015).
MELIHATE QENA
Plays Era’s formidable grandmother—the quiet matriarch of the house. A legendary figure in Kosovar theatre and film, she brings depth and dignity to this commanding role
Irena Aliu
Portrays Lule, Era’s mother—a woman navigating fear, family, and fading ideals. Known for The Land Within Me (2022) and I Love You More (2023), she brings subtle intensity to the role
MAY-LINDA KOSUMOVIC
Plays Shpresa, Era’s sister-in-law—a woman caught in quiet struggle, trying to find her voice. A versatile actress from Kosovo, she is known for her roles in Cold November (2018), Only Human (2020), and the HBO Europe series Welcome to Utmark (2021).
Produced by
with the fINANCIg SUPPORT from
COMPANY21 & NAM CREATIVE PRESENT ERA STARRING ZANA BERISHA ALBAN UKAJ ARMEND SMAJLI MAYLINDA KOSUMOVIC AND IRENA ALIU MUSIC BY NAIM KRASNIQI EDITOR MIHAIL DIMITROV PRODUCTION DESIGNER KIRIL KISIC EXECUTIVE PRODUCER AFERDITA SARACINI KELMENDI PRODUCER MARIJA DIMITROVA COPRODUCER BELMA BAJRAMI WRITTEN BY PARTA KELMENDI DIRECTED BY PARTA KELMENDI