The UNIQA SEE FUTURE Foundation, in cooperation with the Sarajevo Film Festival and Slano Film Days, proudly announces the selection of five film projects as part of the Female Filmmakers Support Programme. Launched in 2024, this initiative supports and empowers women filmmakers from the six Southeast European countries where UNIQA Insurance Group operates: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Romania, and Bulgaria.
The Female Filmmakers Support Programme was created to strengthen the presence and visibility of women in the regional film industry, offering financial support, mentorship, and opportunities for professional development. Selected participants also gain access to CineLink Industry Days through the Industry Training and Skills Programme.
The five selected projects were officially announced at Slano Film Days 2025, in the presence of a professional audience of filmmakers, producers, and festival representatives. The projects are:
- THE POSSESSED
(feature)
Director: Ena Sendijarević (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Production: SCCA/pro.ba (Bosnia and Herzegovina), Studio Ruba (the Netherlands)
- AIR IN A BOTTLE
(feature)
Director: Aida Begić (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Production: This and That Productions (Serbia)
- EMBRYO
(feature)
Director: Maša Šarović (Montenegro)
Production: KINO d.o.o. (Montenegro)
- THE LAST NOMADS
(documentary)
Director: Biljana Tutorov (Serbia)
Production: WAKE UP FILMS (Serbia)
- CONFESSIONS OF A FEMALE GAME
(documentary)
Director: Dolya Gavanski
Production: Agitprop (Bulgaria), Thea Films (Bulgaria)
These projects were selected for their strong artistic vision, originality, and commitment to telling compelling stories. They will receive tailored financial and professional support, helping them move forward in production and post-production.
With a total fund of EUR 180,000 for 2025 marking a significant commitment to gender equality in film.
This initiative was first introduced at the Slano Film Days in 2024.