Ester Ivakič

A sensitive and profound film about coming to terms with life and death, entirely carried by the pre-adolescent lead actress, inhabited by her character. A film that lives in the space between worlds, where atmosphere and subtlety outweigh explicit explanation. It creates an authentic feeling of childhood in the countryside, woven through with elements of magical realism that reflect the main character’s emotions. Fipresci Prize goes to Ester Ivakič’s film Ida Who Sang So Badly Even the Dead Rose Up and Joined Her in Song.

Special Jury Prize (7.000 EUR)

Slovenia in the 1970’s: The Film under the masterful direction of Ester Ivakič, stands as a profoundly honest and poetic exploration of a young girl's soul. The film delicately captures the pure and unfiltered relationship between children and the divine, offering audiences an evocative and sincere cinematic experience. Ivakič’s work resonates with authenticity and lyrical beauty, making it a compelling testament to innocence and spirituality that deeply moves and inspires.

We have seen the future of cinema and her name is Ester Ivakič.

Preveč “kul”, da ga ne bi omenili. Srdohrd je naš skoraj enakovredni favorit med študijskimi kratkimi filmi. Stopa s pogumnimi koraki samosvojega avtorskega jezika in predstavlja unikatni pogled na nove slovenske kratke filme.