A significant milestone has been achieved in the representation of Roma experiences in cinema, as Alina Şerban’s directorial debut, ‘I Matter’, gains international recognition.

The film, which marks a historic first as the inaugural movie by a Roma woman to be selected for a prestigious A-list festival, has been acquired by Pluto Film for international sales rights.

Set to make its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival, ‘I Matter’ will be showcased in the Venice Spotlight section, further solidifying its importance in the cinematic landscape.

Director’s Background

Alina Şerban, known for her role in ‘Alone at My Wedding’, returns to Venice not as an actress, but as a filmmaker, following her previous involvement in Goran Stolevski’s ‘Housekeeping for Beginners’.

The acquisition of ‘I Matter’ by Pluto Film underscores the growing interest in diverse storytelling and the significance of ‘I Matter’ as a landmark film in Roma cinema.