Directing

Fehmi Hoshafi

Born September 28, 1934 · Tirana, Albania

Died January 13, 2020 · aged 85

Fehmi Hoshafi (September 28, 1934 – 2019) was an Albanian film director and screenwriter known for his contributions to Albanian cinema. Born in Tirana, Hoshafi began his career in the film industry as an assistant director to veterans Hysen Hakani and Kristaq Dhamo on films such as Toka jonë (1964), Vitet e para (1965), Oshëtimë në bregdet (1967), and Gjurma (1970). In 1968, Hoshafi directed Est…

Known For

The Lights of the Town

The Lights of the Town · 1983

The Lights of the Town

Harizi lives in the town of Ksamil. His cousin Seferi goes to live there too, but after a while, shows signs of laziness and tries to falsify his reports. Hariz must find the force to expose his cousin's behavior.

The Captain

The Captain · 1972

A misogynistic old man goes to complain about "his rights" after a woman is elected as the leader of his village's cooperative.

The Martyrs of the Monuments

The Martyrs of the Monuments · 1980

The Martyrs of the Monuments

Set during World War I. An Austro-Hungarian expedition sets an archaeological site in the ancient city of Apollonia. The experts of this expedition want to steal ancient monuments, but the villagers of the area oppose them.

Our Friend Tili

Our Friend Tili · 1981

Our Friend Tili

MovieFamilyDrama

Tili is a troublesome kid who always bothers his teacher and parents. However, they try to make him change his ways.

Dream for a Chair

Dream for a Chair · 1984

Dream for a Chair

Deputy director Koli wishes to replace the pensioned director, but is preoccupied that Vjollca, the chairwoman of the planning branch, will get the promotion instead.

Pas takimit të fundit

Pas takimit të fundit · 1990

Pas takimit të fundit

Alarms in a military ward. The soldier's behavior is exemplary, but Commander Fatosi is late. He may face military trials because of leintnant Rauf's intrigues. This story tests his relationship with his fiancé.

Deputy of Women

Deputy of Women · 1987

Deputy of Women

MovieComedyFamily

Lisimaku is constantly assigned to replace the women of the enterprise during their maternity leave. Lisimak's growth in character is achieved through unexpected situations where comics intertwine with drama.

Uninterrupted Melody

Uninterrupted Melody · 1985

Uninterrupted Melody

The film focuses on a shepherd and his herd of goats, and the love he has for his job.

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The Lights of the Town

The Lights of the Town · 1983

The Lights of the Town

Harizi lives in the town of Ksamil. His cousin Seferi goes to live there too, but after a while, shows signs of laziness and tries to falsify his reports. Hariz must find the force to expose his cousin's behavior.

Director

The Captain

The Captain · 1972

A misogynistic old man goes to complain about "his rights" after a woman is elected as the leader of his village's cooperative.

Director

The Martyrs of the Monuments

The Martyrs of the Monuments · 1980

The Martyrs of the Monuments

Set during World War I. An Austro-Hungarian expedition sets an archaeological site in the ancient city of Apollonia. The experts of this expedition want to steal ancient monuments, but the villagers of the area oppose them.

Director

Our Friend Tili

Our Friend Tili · 1981

Our Friend Tili

MovieFamilyDrama

Tili is a troublesome kid who always bothers his teacher and parents. However, they try to make him change his ways.

Director

Dream for a Chair

Dream for a Chair · 1984

Dream for a Chair

Deputy director Koli wishes to replace the pensioned director, but is preoccupied that Vjollca, the chairwoman of the planning branch, will get the promotion instead.

Director

Pas takimit të fundit

Pas takimit të fundit · 1990

Pas takimit të fundit

Alarms in a military ward. The soldier's behavior is exemplary, but Commander Fatosi is late. He may face military trials because of leintnant Rauf's intrigues. This story tests his relationship with his fiancé.

Director

Deputy of Women

Deputy of Women · 1987

Deputy of Women

MovieComedyFamily

Lisimaku is constantly assigned to replace the women of the enterprise during their maternity leave. Lisimak's growth in character is achieved through unexpected situations where comics intertwine with drama.

Writer

Uninterrupted Melody

Uninterrupted Melody · 1985

Uninterrupted Melody

The film focuses on a shepherd and his herd of goats, and the love he has for his job.

Director

Estrada on the Screen

Estrada on the Screen · 1968

Estrada on the Screen

MovieFamilyComedy

A comedy from the stage troupe of Tiranë and Shkodër. A collection of sketches, songs and humorous numbers performed by well-known Albanian pop artists. With a combination of humor and satirical situations, the film aims to bring entertainment to the audience, reflecting diverse characters of everyday life and addressing social themes of the time.

Director

In the Name of Freedom

In the Name of Freedom · 1987

In the Name of Freedom

A wounded Greek partisan is helped by Albanian partisans and hidden in the house of an old woman, but his life is still in danger due to the presence of Nazis.

Director

The Shout

The Shout · 1976

Based on the works of Sterjo Spasse. Kujtim Morava goes to work in a remote village. He assists in the destruction of churches and mosques since they spread a regressive mentality.

Director

Why Are the Drums Rumbling?

Why Are the Drums Rumbling? · 1969

Why Are the Drums Rumbling?

Katrina and Xhavit, two young volunteers working on the construction of a railroad, fall in love and decide to marry. However, the girl's father does not approve this marriage.

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