Milcho Manchevski

A master of visual storytelling hailing from Macedonia, Milcho Manchevski was born in 1959 in Skopje, then part of Yugoslavia. Active since the late 1980s, Manchevski is known for his work in drama and war genres, with his most notable films being "Before the Rain" and "Dust", the former of which earned him a Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. Manchevski's authorial style is characterized by non-linear narrative structures, rich symbolism, and a profound exploration of the human condition.

From the heart, Manchevski is a director who doesn't shy away from heavy themes, his films are layered tapestries of emotion and history, making his audience reflect deeply upon their own existence.