Zhaleika
Synopsis
Portraying the customs and traditions of a village set in the breathtaking landscape of rural Bulgaria, Zhaleika subtly tells the tale of a young woman’s emancipation.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eliza Petkova
- Original Title
- Zhaleika
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
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What is Zhaleika about?
Portraying the customs and traditions of a village set in the breathtaking landscape of rural Bulgaria, Zhaleika subtly tells the tale of a young woman’s emancipation.
Who directed Zhaleika?
Zhaleika was directed by Eliza Petkova.
Who stars in Zhaleika?
The principal cast of Zhaleika includes Anna Manolova, Mihail Stoyanov, Snezhina Petrova, Márton Nagy.
When was Zhaleika released and how long is it?
Zhaleika was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.