Tarika (film)
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| Directed by | Milko Lazarov |
| Written by | Ekaterina Churilova Milko Lazarov Simeon Ventsislavov |
| Produced by | Veselka Kiryakova |
| Starring | Vesela Valcheva Zahari Baharov |
| Cinematography | Kaloyan Bozhilov |
| Edited by | Veselka Kiryakova |
| Music by | Penka Kouneva |
Production companies | Red Carpet 42film Amour Fou Luxembourg ZDF/Arte |
Release dates |
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Running time | 86 minutes |
| Countries | Bulgaria Germany Luxembourg |
| Language | Bulgarian |
Tarika (Bulgarian: Стадото, romanized: Stadoto), also known as The Herd, is a 2024 drama film co-written and directed by Milko Lazarov.[1] A co-production between Bulgaria, Germany and Luxembourg,[2] the film stars Vesela Valcheva and Zahari Baharov.[3] The film had its world premiere on October 10, 2024, in the Love section of the 68th BFI London Film Festival.[4]
It was selected as the Bulgarian entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards.[5]
Synopsis
Tarika has begun to develop butterfly wings, a bone disease inherited from her mother. Ali supports his daughter, willing to do everything to protect her from the intolerance of the town where they live.[6]
Cast
- Vesela Valcheva as Tarika
- Zahari Baharov as Ali
- Ivan Savov as Mayor
- Marko Nokov as Nikola
- Ivan Barnev as Petko
- Mimoza Bazova as Hrisula
- Valeria Varbanova as Maria
- Christos Stergioglou as Thanasis
- Nina Goranovski as Irina
- Julian Vergov as Doctor
- Vesko Petkov as Shepherd
- Petar Sardzhev as Aladin
- Ina Kichkova as Elena
- Maria Lazarova as Fortune teller
- Konstantin Lazarov as Man at the fair
Release
Tarika had its world premiere on October 10, 2024, at the 68th BFI London Film Festival,[7] then screened on November 13, 2024, at the 38th Kinomania Film Festival.[8]
The film was released commercially on February 21, 2025, in Bulgarian theaters.[9]
Accolades
| Year | Award / Festival | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 30th Kolkata International Film Festival | Best Film - International Competition | Tarika | Won | [10] |
See also
- List of submissions to the 98th Academy Awards for Best International Feature Film
- List of Bulgarian submissions for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film
References
- ^ Barraclough, Leo (2024-09-18). "London Film Festival's 'Tarika' Inspired by Director's Desire to 'Express Humanity': 'Art Is a Powerful Ally of Beauty and Justice' (EXCLUSIVE)". Yahoo News. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "Стадото". Kinomania. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "Филмът "Стадото" - българската номинация за "Оскар"". Petel.bg. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "Full programme announced for 68th BFI London Film Festival". BFI London Film Festival. 2024-09-04. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "„СТАДОТО" на МИЛКО ЛАЗАРОВ ще бъде българската номинация за Оскар" (in Bulgarian). Bulgarian National Film Centre. 2025-08-15. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "Стадото". Дом на киното.
- ^ "EAVE project TARIKA premieres worldwide at BFI London". EAVE. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "38th Edition of Kinomania Film Festival Opens in Sofia". Bulgarian News Agency. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "Филмът „Стадото" на Милко Лазаров в кината от 21 февруари". nova.bg (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ Niyogi, Agnivo (12 December 2024). "Bulgarian film Stadoto wins Golden Royal Bengal Tiger Award at 30th Kolkata International Film Festival". Telegraph India. Retrieved 25 December 2024.