Breaking the Circle of Early Marriages and Early Motherhood in Roma Communities
Breaking the Circle of Early Marriages and Early Motherhood in Roma Communities
Evangelia Giannelou, Stavros Kostakis
Greece • 2026 • 67’
Greek + EN ST
Greece • 2026 • 67’
Greek + EN ST
This documentary explores early marriage and motherhood within Roma communities across Europe, examining the social, economic, and cultural factors that sustain these practices. Through the voices of young Roma women, families, communities, and institutions, it highlights the importance of education, empowerment, employment opportunities, and stronger protection of women’s and children’s rights. Moving beyond stereotypes, the film advocates for every girl’s right to education, independence, and the freedom to choose her own future.
Script / Skripta: Evgenia Zarokosta • Cinematography / Kinematografia: Evangelia Giannelou, Stavros Kostakis • Editing / Strih: Evangelia Giannelou, Stavros Kostakis • Sound / Avazo: Stavros Kostakis • Cast / Khelena: Marianna Prontera, Kyriakos Katsadoros, Ana Cardoso, Daniel Radulescu, Nicoleta Filip, Elsa Figueiredo, Oonagh Anderson, Ana Brazia • Production / Produkcia: Klimaka NGO Greece
Script / Skripta: Evgenia Zarokosta • Cinematography / Kinematografia: Evangelia Giannelou, Stavros Kostakis • Editing / Strih: Evangelia Giannelou, Stavros Kostakis • Sound / Avazo: Stavros Kostakis • Cast / Khelena: Marianna Prontera, Kyriakos Katsadoros, Ana Cardoso, Daniel Radulescu, Nicoleta Filip, Elsa Figueiredo, Oonagh Anderson, Ana Brazia • Production / Produkcia: Klimaka NGO Greece