Alexandru Dabija

In 19th century Romania, Costandin, a policeman of the time and his son travel through the country in search of a fugitive Gypsy slave. This is the beginning of a journey full of adventures. 'Aferim!' brilliantly depicts the historical roots of racism juggling wit and anger. Critically acclaimed, it went on to win the Silver Bear for Best Director at the 65th Berlin International Film Festival.

During the summer of 1937, Emanuel, a young man in his early 20s, is committed to a sanatorium on the Black Sea coast for treatment of bone tuberculosis. The treatment consists of painful spine punctures that confine him to a body cast and to bed. Little by little, as Emanuel gets accustomed to the limitations of his new life, he discovers that there is still a life to be lived to the fullest.