Darina

Breaking traditions, embracing faith: a woman that was called to lead.

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In 1940, a young, aspiring theologian, Darina, attends a college admission interview for religious studies. She has to convince three professors that she deserves to be at the University, even though no other women were admitted before. A short film based on the real life of the first female Lutheran pastor in Slovakia who infiltrated into the man's world of the Church, Darina Bancikova.

Director: Barbora Sopoligova
Runtime: 11 min

Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Morteza Jelokhani
Editing: Barbora Sopoligova
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Barbora Sopoligova

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Darina about?
In 1940, a young, aspiring theologian, Darina, attends a college admission interview for religious studies. She has to convince three professors that she deserves to be at the University, even though no other women were admitted before. A short film based on the real life of the first female Lutheran pastor in Slovakia who infiltrated into the man's world of the Church, Darina Bancikova.
Who directed Darina?
Darina was directed by Barbora Sopoligova.
Who stars in Darina?
Darina stars Peter Trott, Dave Lee, Mike Sweeney-Collier.
How long is Darina?
Darina has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).