Gjama (2021)

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“Gjama” is a rarely practiced mourning ritual that was performed by Albanian men throughout the centuries. By shouting specific phrases and acting out a strict choreography, it is a way of paying respect to the deceased but also overcoming grief and pain over the loss of a loved one. Through the documentation of the re-enactment of the ritual, Zgjim Elshani seeks to recover fragments of the practice in the communities where this form of collective grieving is still a way of overcoming loss. By doing so, the project intends to rethink collective grieving and what it means to publicly display emotions in a male-headed society.

Director: Zgjim Elshani
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date:

Cast

Editing: Tal G
Country: Albania, Kosovo, Netherlands
Language: shqip
Original Language: sq

Keywords

albania, short film, mourning ritual

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gjama about?
“Gjama” is a rarely practiced mourning ritual that was performed by Albanian men throughout the centuries. By shouting specific phrases and acting out a strict choreography, it is a way of paying respect to the deceased but also overcoming grief and pain over the loss of a loved one. Through the documentation of the re-enactment of the ritual, Zgjim Elshani seeks to recover fragments of the practice in the communities where this form of collective grieving is still a way of overcoming loss. By doing so, the project intends to rethink collective grieving and what it means to publicly display emotions in a male-headed society.
Who directed Gjama?
Gjama was directed by Zgjim Elshani.
Who stars in Gjama?
Gjama stars Geg Zefi, Gjon Kosteri, Kol Martini, Ndue Fusha, Gjon Fiku, Sokol Kodra.
How long is Gjama?
Gjama has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is Gjama?
Gjama is a Documentary film.
Where was Gjama produced?
Gjama was produced in Albania, Kosovo, Netherlands.