Geri's Wish" (Желанието на Гери) is a 2024 Bulgarian-Finnish documentary directed by Tonislav Hristov. The film provides an intimate portrayal of Geri, an 18-year-old Bulgarian girl on the cusp of adulthood, navigating the challenges of her past and the uncertainties of her future.Geri, residing in an orphanage in Vratza, Bulgaria, is in her final year of high school, aspiring to attend university. As graduation approaches, she must leave the orphanage, adding urgency to her academic and personal endeavors. With her stepbrother's support, Geri confronts her family's history, including domestic violence and abandonment by her mother. She grapples with decisions about reconnecting with her mother and rekindling a relationship with a former boyfriend, all while striving to break free from the cycle of familial mistakes. The documentary premiered in June 2024 and has been featured in various film festivals, including the 28th Golden Rhyton Festival of Bulgarian Documentary and Animated Film, where it received the top prize. Critics have praised the film for its sensitive portrayal of Geri's journey, though some note that certain scenes appear staged, prompting discussions about the boundaries of documentary filmmaking. 3 wins & 1 nomination international film festivals. Link IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32485924/ Link Review: https://cineuropa.org/en/newsdetail/471622/ About movie: http://www.catndocs.com/index.php/categories/women/1266-geri-s-wish Link to watch: https://pro.festivalscope.com/film/geris-wish-1
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