Gjama
Synopsis
“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.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Geg Zefi
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Gjon Kosteri
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Kol Martini
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Ndue Fusha
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Gjon Fiku
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Sokol Kodra
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Ndue Deda
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Kol Zefi
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Gjelosh Fusha
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Pale Zefi
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Pjeter Shytani
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Prel Toma
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File Strugaçi
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Shkelzen Pali
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Gezim Gilaj
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Lindita Gilaj
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Raimonda Sulaj
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Gjon DukGilaj
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zgjim Elshani
- Original Title
- Gjama
- Country of Origin
- Albania, Kosovo, Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Albanian
- Runtime
- 9m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zgjim Elshani
Tal G
Department Leadership Roster
Zgjim Elshani
Director
Tal G
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Gjama.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gjama
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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?
The principal cast of Gjama includes Geg Zefi, Gjon Kosteri, Kol Martini, Ndue Fusha, Gjon Fiku.
When was Gjama released and how long is it?
Gjama was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 9m.