Whites Wash at Ninety / Belo se pere na devetdeset

Directed by Marko Naberšnik, drama, 142 min, eng subtitles, 15+ Written by Marko Naberšnik, Bronja Žakelj, Slovenia, Serbia, Croatia, Italy, Montenegro, North Macedonia 2025
With Lea Cok, Anica Dobra, Jurij Zrnec, Tjaša Železnik, Iva Krajnc Bagola, Saša Tabaković, Polona Juh

Whites Wash at Ninety is an inspiring true story of Bronja Žakelj, tracing her life through three distinct stages. As a child, she explores the world alongside her younger brother Rok and finds solace in her grandmother Dada. Her carefree days, however, are cut short by her mother’s illness. In her late teens, Bronja herself faces a life-threatening disease, which she manages to overcome with remarkable determination. Despite numerous hardships that might seem insurmountable, Bronja remains optimistic and overcomes her struggles with inspiring courage, finding hope even among the tears.

The film is based on the acclaimed, best-selling autobiography of the same name, which has been translated into numerous languages, including English. It is a moving testament to the resilience of the human spirit, chronicling Bronja’s journey of growth, healing and personal transformation, while offering hope and inspiration to audiences worldwide.

Awards:
Herzeg Novi FF 2025 (Best Actress for both Lea Cok and Anica Dobra)

With the support of the Slovenian Embassy in Brussels