Mirjana Karanović on the World Premiere of ‘Mother Mara’ and Her Roles as Director, Actor and Woman

As a seasoned movie enthusiast with a penchant for stories of strong, unconventional women, I find myself deeply moved by Mirjana Karanović’s journey and her latest project, “Mother Mara.” Her ability to seamlessly transition between roles of director, actor, and co-writer is nothing short of inspiring.


Just before the grand debut of “Mother Mara,” her second directorial venture, renowned multi-talented personality Mirjana Karanović, a beloved figure in the Balkan region’s film industry, paid a visit to the EbMaster Lounge, an event hosted by the Sarajevo Film Festival and BH Telecom.

In much the same vein as her debut project “The Good Wife,” where she starred and shared writing responsibilities, Karanović assumes a similar role for “Mother Mara.” She elaborates on how juggling multiple hats such as director, actor, and woman presented challenges in her second feature, contrasting with the smooth sailing of her first project.

Karanovic observes that the story “Mother Mara,” which revolves around a mourning woman, who revitalizes her life through a bond with a friend of her deceased son, demonstrates a strong woman going against societal norms by engaging in an activity that could be perceived as unconventional or inappropriate for her age.

While her main identity lies in acting, she expresses that directing and filmmaking bring her immense joy. She finds it thrilling, hence she often refers to the stage as a commitment, while movies are her adventures.

As a devoted cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that Karanović has unveiled her plans for her third cinematic masterpiece, set to be filmed next year. This captivating tale unfolds as a poignant exploration of forbidden love between two women.

Karanović is well-known for portraying powerful, non-traditional female characters. Her leading roles in “Grbavica” by Bosnian Jasmila Zbanic and “The Fraulein” by Croatian Andrea Staka, who specifically wrote these roles for her, sparked thoughts about directing herself. She reflects, “I discovered that even gentle women can be strong enough to lead a film crew and take charge, not in a military sense, but to assign tasks and be the main figure in this process. Before, I believed that such roles were exclusively male.”

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2024-08-26 23:17