75
TV Guide Magazine by Maitland McDonagh
Mitevska telescopes centuries of conflict between nations into an intimate story of siblings whose hopes for the future are being slowly poisoned by the sins of the past.
How I Killed a Saint (Како убив светец)
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- France,
- Macedonia,
- Slovenia
- 2004
- · 82m
Director
Teona Strugar Mitevska
Cast
Labina Mitevska,
Milan Tocinovski,
Xhevdet Jashari,
Lea Lipsa
Genre
Drama
A promising debut feature tells the story of a young woman returning from America to discover the realities of life in Macedonia, that looks as if it will explode with all the soldiers, corrupt crooks and terrorist idealists.
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75
New York Post by V.A. Musetto
Boasts dynamic performances by the two leads, as well as tight directing (a lot happens in just 82 minutes) and eye-pleasing cinematography (by Alain Marcoen, who also lenses for Belgium's acclaimed Dardenne brothers).
60
The New York Times
Successfully conveys the pervasive anxiety of a country on the brink of civil war.
60
Village Voice by Ben Kenigsberg
Throughout, first-time director Teona Strugar Mitevska (the sibling of the lead actress) demonstrates a keen eye for off-center compositions, a striking visual depiction of a world out of balance.
60
Variety by Deborah Young
Though weak in the drama department, the story of a brother and sister who love each other but have different political ideas and personal agendas effectively captures the tension of the time.
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