Citizen Saint
In Competition
Mokalake Tsmindani
11/9 & 11/11 - Followed by Q&A w/ director Tinatin Kajrishvili
Synopsis:
A statue of a saint on a cross in a Georgian mining town suddenly vanishes. When a mysterious stranger appears, the superstitious residents believe the saint is now among them. Faith serves as a metaphor in this allegorical tale.
Schedule
Location: The Culver Theater
9500 Culver Blvd, Culver City
First Screening
November 9th @ 7 PM
Second Screening
November 11th @ 3:30 PM
Director
Tinatin Kajrishvili
Tinatin Kajrishvili is born on May 28, 1978, in Tbilisi, Georgia. She gained international recognition when her first two films premiered at the prestigious Berlin International Film Festival. Kajrishvili's creative prowess extends to scriptwriting, where her narratives exhibit a profound understanding of human relationships and emotions. Her ability to craft compelling stories has garnered acclaim from both critics and audiences alike. Her third film, "Citizen Saint", stands as a testament to her storytelling finesse. "Citizen Saint" not only received widespread praise but was also selected as an official entry film from Georgia for the Oscars. The film's reception attests to Kajrishvili's ability to create impactful and resonant cinema.
North America Premiere
Country: Georgia/France/Bulgaria
Genre: Drama
Duration: 107 min
Language: Georgian
Subtitles: English
Cast:
Tinatin Kajrishvili
Director:
Cast & Crew
Levan Berikashvili
George Babluani
Mari Kitia
Gia Burjanadze
Producer:
Lasha Khalvashi
Cinematography:
Tinatin Kajrishvili
Krum Rodriguez
Editing:
David Apkhaidze
Screenwriters:
Tinatin Kajrishvili
Basa Janikashvili
Sound:
Emanuel Soland
Thomas Jaeger