Alina Șerban, singurul cineast român prezent în acest an la Festivalul de la Veneția, vorbește despre „presiunea de a fi «prima»”: „Dar simt și o ușurare imensă”

Alina Șerban, the only Romanian filmmaker at this year's Venice Film Festival, discusses the pressure of being the 'first' and her immense relief. Her film "I Matter" is the first feature by a Roma female director showcased at a major festival. Inspired by her own life, it tells the story of a young Roma woman aspiring to be an actress, addressing themes of fear, hope, and self-acceptance. The film competes for the Luigi de Laurentiis Award for Best Debut and the Audience Award. Alina views this as a historic moment for both herself and the Roma community, emphasizing the importance of dignity and celebration in her work.