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"Blaga’s Lessons", interview with Stephan Komandarev Laura Della Corte
Fred Film Radio had the opportunity to talk with Stephan Komandarev, the esteemed director, recently presented his newest film, “Blaga’s Lessons” at the 57th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. The film stands as the third installment in his social trilogy, following “Directions” (2017) and “Rounds” (2019). In a candid conversation with Fred Film Radio, Komandarev revealed the poignant inspiration behind “Blaga’s Lessons” and shed light on the societal issues encapsulated within the narrative.
The shift in focus from professional groups to vulnerable social strata, specifically the elderly, was prompted by a deeply personal experience in Stephan Komandarev‘s life. Reflecting on his father’s passing and the hardships faced by Bulgaria’s elderly generation, he and his co-scriptwriter, Simeon Ventsislavov, sought to dedicate the film to their parents’ generation. This generation bore the brunt of Bulgaria’s political transition, enduring significant challenges and deprivation, even in their twilight years.
The film’s thematic foundation was built upon an exploration of telephone scamming, a prevalent issue targeting seniors. Stephan Komandarev and his team delved into the phenomenon, conducting extensive research aided by law enforcement officials and investigative journalists. This process allowed them to authentically portray the plight of elderly individuals in the post-communist reality. The character of Blaga draws inspiration Stephan Komandarev‘s Literature teacher, someone he deeply respected.
“Blaga’s Lessons” boldly critiques the consequences of Bulgaria’s market economy without shying away from societal commentary. Stephan Komandarev highlights the country’s population decline, brain drain, and the grim reality of depopulation and economic decline. The film provides a nuanced reflection of Bulgaria’s socio-economic landscape, challenging the established order and raising questions about unmet expectations post-political transition.
In concluding thoughts, Stephan Komandarev ponders whether the current system in Bulgaria aligns with true capitalism or stands as an abstract surrogate. He laments the unfulfilled expectations of his generation, emphasising the imperative nature of interpreting these societal issues through his cinematic lens.
This insightful conversation with Stephan Komandarev sheds light on the deeply personal motivations behind “Blaga’s Lessons” and the film’s profound exploration of societal challenges faced by Bulgaria’s elderly population amidst a transforming socio-political landscape.
Blaga is a seventy-year-old recently widowed former teacher and a woman of firm morals. When telephone scammers con her out of the money that she had saved for her husband’s grave, her moral compass slowly begins to lose its bearings.
Written by: Laura Della Corte
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