Zana

Name: Zana
Genre: Drama, Horror
Released: 2019-09-21
Duration: 1 h 37 min
Cast: Adriana Matoshi, Astrit Kabashi, Mensur Safqiu, Çun Lajçi, Bislim Muçaj

2019·Movie

·1h 37min·

7.1

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Zana fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension7
Scare3
Fast Pace2

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

Pathos9
Melancholy9
Family Dynamics8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay3
Dark Humor1
Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality7
Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

Character Depth9
Direction8
Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography

Cinematography8
Editing7
Sound Centrality7

Energy

Medium

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Zana is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

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All energy traits

Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.

Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.

Heart

Low

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's deeply moving and profoundly sad. Much of it is about family.

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All heart traits

Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Related traits

Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.

Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

Humor

None

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.

Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, the mind, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around everyday modern life, the mind, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.

Historical7Period settings and real events.
Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.

Craft

High

Standout characters, direction, and performances

The characters, direction, and performances stand out.

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All craft traits

Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting8Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

High

Standout cinematography

Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.

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All style traits

Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

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About

Haunted by her long-suppressed past and pressured by family to seek treatment from mystical healers for her infertility, a Kosovar woman struggles to reconcile the expectations of motherhood with a legacy of wartime brutality.

Post-War TraumaPsychological DramaInfertility StrugglesCultural Healing PracticesIntense & SomberCharacter-DrivenKosovar CinemaMemory & GriefSlow Burn Thriller

Actors

Adriana Matoshi

Lume

Astrit Kabashi

Ilir

Çun Lajçi

Lume's Father

Rozafa Celaj

Hysterical Girl

Shengyl Ismaili

Shpresa

Ilire Vinca Çelaj

Lume's Mother

Crew

Directed by:

Eshref Durmishi, Antoneta Kastrati

Written by:

Casey Cooper Johnson, Antoneta Kastrati

Composed by:

Dritero Nikqi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Zana legally?

Zana is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV, Plex, and Filmzie. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Zana worth watching?

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.