17 (2026 film)
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| Directed by | Kosara Mitić |
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| Cinematography | Naum Doksevski |
| Edited by | Vladimir Pavlovski |
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Running time | 105 minutes |
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| Language | Macedonian |
17 is a 2026 drama film directed by Kosara Mitić and co-written by Ognjen Sviličić. Starring Eva Kostić, Martina Danilovska, Dame Joveski and Eva Stojcevska.
The film had its world premiere at the Perspectives section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on 18 February 2026, where it was nominated for the Best First Feature Award.
Premise
Seventeen-year-old Sara is hiding a secret on a school trip. When the trip spirals out of control and Sara witnesses a classmate's sexual assault, she and the girl seal a bond that will last forever.
Cast
- Eva Kostić as Sara
- Martina Danilovska as Lina
- Dame Joveski as Filip
- Eva Stojcevska as Nina
- Petar Manic as Caki
Production
Principal photography began on April 25, 2024, in Skopje, for a new drama film directed by Kosara Mitić and co-written by Ognjen Sviličić, that served as a co-production between North Macedonia, Serbia, and Slovenia, and wrapped at the end of May.[1] In January 2026, Totem has taken on the international sales for the film.[2]
Release
17 premiered at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on 18 February 2026.[3][4]
References
- ^ Lazarevska, Marina (May 12, 2025). "PRODUCTION: Kosara Mitić Shoots Macedonian/Serbian/Slovenian Coproduction 17". Film New Europe. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
- ^ Dams, Tim (January 20, 2026). "Totem boards Kosara Mitic's Berlinale Perspectives premiere '17'". Screen Daily. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
- ^ Keslassy, Elsa; Shafer, Ellise (January 20, 2026). "Berlin Film Festival Full Lineup: 'Rosebush Pruning' Starring Riley Keough and Callum Turner, Channing Tatum's 'Josephine' and More". Variety. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
- ^ "17 | Berlinale". www.Berlin International Film Festival. Retrieved February 3, 2026.