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Xhanfise Keko

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Xhanfise Keko

Born January 27, 1928 · Gjirokastër, Albania

Died December 22, 2007 · aged 79

Xhanfise Keko (27 January 1928 – 22 December 2007), born in Gjirokastër, Albania, was an Albanian film director. Keko was one of the seven founders of "New Albania" Film Studio, present day "Albafilm-Tirana". She was the first female director in her country and directed some 25 different movies between 1952 and 1984. Her films were generally targeted toward younger audience.

Known For

When a Film Was Being ShotWhen a Film Was Being Shot · 1981
When a Film Was Being Shot
★ 8.51981
MovieFamily
A film is being shot and the cast is mostly comprised of children. Little Genti is stressed because his parents are getting divorced.
On the TrackOn the Track · 1978
On the Track
★ 6.51978
MovieDramaFamily
Film set after World War II. A group of kids notice a shady new resident in their neighborhood.
Tomka and His FriendsTomka and His Friends · 1977
Tomka and His Friends
★ 7.81977
MovieDramaFamily
Tomka is a boy who likes playing football with his friends. When the German army captures his town, the German soldiers establish their camp in the town stadium. Tomka with help from his friends and their parents organizes sabotage actions against the soldiers.
The Little Partisan VeloThe Little Partisan Velo · 1980
The Little Partisan Velo
★ 8.01980
MovieWarDrama
After his father is killed, a young boy decides to join the partisans and fight in the war.
Taulant Wants a SisterTaulant Wants a Sister · 1984
Taulant Wants a Sister
★ 7.71984
MovieFamilyDrama
Taulant is a 4 year old only child, who is lonesome and wants a sister. However, despite his request, his parents keep ignoring him. Slowly, his parents start listening to him more and decide to consider his request more seriously.
The Newest City in the WorldThe Newest City in the World · 1974
The Newest City in the World
★ 9.01974
MovieDramaFamily
Little Fatmir, whose parents have worked in a construction site, dreams of building himself a town. In his efforts to make his dream a reality, the kindergarten teacher and a workman who brings in working tools for all his friends, assist him. Within the courtyard of a kindergarten, the newest town in the world is thus erected, where children's dreams and characters are revealed.
Mimoza, the Spoilt ChildMimoza, the Spoilt Child · 1973
Mimoza, the Spoilt Child
★ 7.01973
MovieFamily
Mimoza is a haughty girl who only argues with her friends. However, through experiences and advice, she will change and become friendlier.
Beni Walks by HimselfBeni Walks by Himself · 1975
Beni Walks by Himself
★ 9.01975
MovieDramaFamily
Beni is an eight-year-old boy living in Korçë with his parents and leads a sheltered life. His mother is very protective and doesn't let him play outside. When Beni is able to go outside, the neighborhood children make fun of him. One day when his uncle Thomai is visiting, he sees Beni crying after the other children took his horse. Thomai decides to take Beni on horseback to a distant village where he teaches him about life and how to be a man.

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