Hive
Zgjoi
Synopsis
Fahrije’s husband has been missing since the war in Kosovo so she sets up her own small business to provide for her kids, but as she fights against a patriarchal society that does not support her, she faces a crucial decision: to wait for his return, or to continue to persevere.
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Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-09-08
Top Cast
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Yllka Gashi
Fahrije
Aurita Agushi
Zamira
Adriana Matoshi
Lume
Kaona Sylejmani
Zana
Çun Lajçi
Haxhi
Kumrije Hoxha
Nazmije
Molike Maxhuni
Emine
Blerta Ismaili
Edona
Mal Noah Safqiu
Edon
Xhejlane Tërbunja
Melisa
Ilir Prapashtica
Instructor
Bislim Muçaj
Waiter
Blin Sylejmani
Edi
Shkëlqim Islami
Ardian
Adem Karaga
Rasim
Zarije Jonuzi
Hana
Astrit Kabashi
Bahri
Luan Kryeziu
Selman
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 88 DaysTirana International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 5, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 1, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
February 1, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Blerta Basholli
- Screenplay & Story
- Blerta Basholli
- Original Score
- Julien Painot
- Original Title
- Zgjoi
- Country of Origin
- Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- Albanian
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- AlbaSky Film, Alva Film, Black Cat Production, Ikonë Studio, Industria Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Blerta Basholli
Blerta Basholli
Julien Painot
Alex Bloom
Félix Sandri, Enis Saraçi
Elisabeth Moss, Lindsey McManus, Yll Uka, Valon Bajgora, Agon Uka
Department Leadership Roster
Félix Sandri
Editor
Enis Saraçi
Editor
Fjorela Mirdita
Costume Design
Hana Zeqa
Costume Design
Alex Bloom
Director of Photography
Blerta Basholli
Director
Blerta Basholli
Writer
Yll Uka
Producer
Valon Bajgora
Producer
Agon Uka
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hive
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What is Hive about?
Fahrije’s husband has been missing since the war in Kosovo so she sets up her own small business to provide for her kids, but as she fights against a patriarchal society that does not support her, she faces a crucial decision: to wait for his return, or to continue to persevere.
Who directed Hive?
Hive was directed by Blerta Basholli.
Who stars in Hive?
The principal cast of Hive includes Yllka Gashi, Aurita Agushi, Adriana Matoshi, Kaona Sylejmani, Çun Lajçi.
When was Hive released and how long is it?
Hive was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Hive?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hive was composed by Julien Painot.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hive?
Hive holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).