Ave Maria
Synopsis:
When her brother, a newly graduated police officer, is charged with assaulting a female colleague, 17-year-old Maria is asked to testify on his behalf. Speaking the truth means destroying her family, while staying silent makes her complicit.
Information:
Written and directed by Anastassya Angelova
In early development, approx. 80 mins, narrative.
Locations: Bulgaria
Language: Bulgarian
Developed through:
First Feature Lab (Linz Film Talent Academy) in collaboration with the Festival de Cannes SFC | Rendez-vous Industry.
Cine Qua Non Storylines Lab 2026