| Reference Code | I/3-53 |
| Title | The Last Winter |
| Synopsis | Nazi forces arrive in the harsh winter. Only the women remain in the village. They put up resistance until the wounded partisans, sheltered in village homes, can withdraw to more remote areas, while the snow covers their tracks. Face to face with the Germans and under their watchful eyes, the village women, led by aunts Shano and Mara, set out together to gather firewood—an excuse that allows them to bring food and warm clothes to the partisans. |
| Awards | In 1976, the script won second prize in the Drama Competition. Directors Ibrahim Mucaj and Kristaq Mitro were awarded a special prize at the 2nd Albanian Film Festival in 1977. Actresses Liza Laska, Margarita Xhepa, and Raimonda Bulku were honored with medals for their performances. Ilia Terpini received a medal for best cinematography. |
| Cast | Liza Laska, Margarita Xhepa, Dhimitra Plasari, Raimonda Bulku, Agim Qirjaqi, Guljelm Radoja |
| Screenwriter | Nexhati Tafa |
| Scriptwriter | |
| Director | Ibrahim Mucaj, Kristaq Mitro |
| Composer | Aleksander Lalo |
| Camera | Ilia Terpini |
| Designer | Shyqyri Sako |
| Editing | Krisanthi Kotmilo |
| Sound | Vangjel Leka |
| Cathegory | Feature Film |
| Chroma | Black and White |
| Year | 1976 |
| Release date | 8 July 1976, Tirane |
| Reels | 6 |
| Length (in minutes) | 44 |
| Country of origin | Albania |
| Shooting locations | Dardhe, Korce |
| Producers | Kinostudio “Shqiperia e re” |
| Notes | The discussion of the film script “The Women of the Village” takes place at the Artistic Council meeting dated 17.10.1975. Reviews by Vllasova Musta and Krisanthi Kotmilo. The discussion includes Dhimiter Anagnosti, Piro Milkani, Endri Keko, Kristaq Dhamo, Niko Koleka, Bujar Koloneci, Xhanfise Keko, Todi Bozo, Tomi Mece, Aferdita Limanaj, Kristaq Mitro, and Vangjush Zallemi. The script is appreciated by all, with recommendations to take into account the suggestions made. The film is further discussed at the Artistic Council meeting dated 31.05.1976. The discussion includes Viktor Gjika, Dalan Shapllo, Faruk Basha, Marianthi Qemo, Petraq Lubonja, Xhanfise Keko, Niko Koleka, and Vangjush Zallemi. The film is positively evaluated. |
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