Gospod postoi, imeto i' e Petrunija

Reflects the mood of the present day, across the world, encompassing all religions. Men are expected to participate in major religious rituals, while women are kept out by archaic man-made rules. Petrunya is a not-so-pretty but well-educated middle-aged woman hoping for a lucky break in her life. She gets it, when she jumps into a river to get a blessed cross thrown by priests traditionally to be found in the river by a male member who will get luck for the year. A lovely entertaining and humanist film, deserving of the Honors at Berlin and other film festivals

A film which shall magnetize you through excellent acting, with an unusual camerawork, with symbolic sets. An East-European story, in a sorrowful environment, but through forgiveness, love and humanity prevails. In a very elegant (non-didactic) way. Best film for me recently.

This movie is very powerful because it is very powerful, and there is basically no weakness from script to photography to performance. The movie sparkles from the moment Peñia jumps into the water, making the eyes not want to leave for a second. The dialogue is full of humor, and several transitions from the camera lens to the reality are also very interesting.

It can be discovered from different angles. As a religious film, as manifesto about women rights in Balkans, as support for reflection about social rules, love and mankind, about machism and about Church. But, for me it has two basic virtues - it is a well crafted film -Zorica Nusheva makes a magnificent role -, and its message in profound Christian. A great film about a woman, a cross, a priest, a reporter and a gift to a policeman.

I wouldn't change a scene or a word. It's an epic film that speaks to my upbringing, my culture and my heart. Petrunija is a goodness, follows her heart, her spirit and her inner voice. She doesn't trust the police, the church orthe media. You have to watch it!