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Neon Hearts

Country: Republic of Macedonia, Language: Macedonian, 16 mins

Original Title

Matej Merlic
  • Director: Ana Jakimska
  • Writer: Ana Jakimska; Diana Voinea

CGiii Comment

Not an easy film to fully grasp.

But...if Macedonia wants to successfully ascend into the European Union...then, it most certainly will have to address police conduct...as this film shows.

It's a sad, sad film...that definitely requires a second viewing.


No trailer...

The(ir) Blurb...

Petar is a middle aged man who spends a lot of time on the road with his truck. Away from home and his family, he lives a secret life in which he is free to be himself. However, one night, when his son goes missing, he is ready to risk everything to “make things right”.

Cast & Characters

Simeon Moni Damevski as Detective
Gordana Endrovska as Lena
Jordan Simonov as Petar