The Tale of Silyan

'The work of a filmmaker capable of shattering categories and inventing new forms.'

Indiewire

Lotterywest Films / Documentary

A Macedonian folktale comes to life when a wounded white stork is rescued from a landfill by an unlikely saviour, transforming both of their lives for the better. Oscar-nominated director Tamara Kotevska’s whimsical and breathtaking film has the power to open our eyes and hearts to lives we’d otherwise miss.

Dates & Times

21 – 22 Feb
Sat & Sun

Doors 6pm
Film 8pm

Duration 81mins

Access

Tickets

$24

Cheap Tuesdays All tickets $12

Festival Club membership prices available.

Location

Somerville Auditorium, The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Hwy, Godroo/Crawley WA 6009

Notes

  • Macedonian with English subtitles
  • CTC
  • Film screenings are subject to weather conditions
  • Updates on any changes to the film schedule are listed by 7pm online via website and socials @perthfest

A Macedonian folktale comes to life when a wounded white stork is rescued from a landfill by an unlikely saviour, transforming both of their lives for the better. Oscar-nominated director Tamara Kotevska’s whimsical and breathtaking film has the power to open our eyes and hearts to lives we’d otherwise miss.

'A wonder to behold with striking cinematography, poetic storytelling, and a soundtrack rife with avian clucking that warms the heart.'
POV Magazine

More info

North Macedonia / USA / UK

Director Tamara Kotevska
Cinematographer Jean Dakar
Cast Nikola Conev, Jana Coneva, Aleksandra Coneva, Aleksandar Conev, Ilina Coneva, Ile Stojkovski, Stojco Filipov
Composers Joe Wilson Davies & Hun OukPark
Editor Martin Ivanov

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