The Sweetness of Bitter Things
Сладоста на горчливите нешта
Synopsis
In rural Macedonia, Dora, a middle-aged doctor, has built her life around duty – to her distant husband, troubled daughter, and ailing mother. When an injured young woman is brought into her home, caring for her awakens a desire Dora has suppressed for decades. Their growing intimacy becomes a secret affair, slowly destabilising the life she has worked so hard to preserve.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Sweetness of Bitter Things trailer | PÖFF30
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-10-06
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrey Volkashin
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrey Volkashin
- Original Score
- Alen Sinkauz, Nenad Sinkauz
- Original Title
- Сладоста на горчливите нешта
- Country of Origin
- Macedonia, Croatia, Bulgaria
- Spoken Languages
- Macedonian
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- VEDA Film Productions, Screening Emotions, Studio Corvus
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrey Volkashin
Andrey Volkashin
Alen Sinkauz, Nenad Sinkauz
Kiril Prodanov
Nevelin Vulchev
Elena Staniševa
Department Leadership Roster
Andrey Volkashin
Director
Andrey Volkashin
Writer
Kiril Prodanov
Director of Photography
Elena Staniševa
Producer
Nevelin Vulchev
Editor
Boyana Buchvarova
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Sweetness of Bitter Things.
Similar Titles to The Sweetness of Bitter Things
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
5.8
6.0
5.7
7.2
5.3
6.5
4.6
6.4
4.8
5.7
1.0
4.9
7.8
7.0
6.1
7.4
3.0
More Like The Sweetness of Bitter Things
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Sweetness of Bitter Things
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sweetness of Bitter Things about?
In rural Macedonia, Dora, a middle-aged doctor, has built her life around duty – to her distant husband, troubled daughter, and ailing mother. When an injured young woman is brought into her home, caring for her awakens a desire Dora has suppressed for decades. Their growing intimacy becomes a secret affair, slowly destabilising the life she has worked so hard to preserve.
Who directed The Sweetness of Bitter Things?
The Sweetness of Bitter Things was directed by Andrey Volkashin.
Who stars in The Sweetness of Bitter Things?
The principal cast of The Sweetness of Bitter Things includes Zorica Nuševa, Leo Dolores Popovikj, Jana Nikodinovska, Ana Kostovska, Gorast Cvetkovski.
When was The Sweetness of Bitter Things released and how long is it?
The Sweetness of Bitter Things was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sweetness of Bitter Things?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sweetness of Bitter Things was composed by Alen Sinkauz, Nenad Sinkauz.