Bajanje (2022.) Apr 2026

Slovenian folklore, mythology, and the body as a site of ritual 🌟 Key Impressions

Jamnikar uses choreography to translate the "spells" of folklore into a physical language, moving beyond standard narrative structures. Bajanje (2022.)

Featured in curated programs like "The Enchanted Screen" ( Začarani ekran ) at Kino Kinoteka, highlighting the link between magic and the cinematic lens. Slovenian folklore, mythology, and the body as a

The film functions as a "fantastical tale" told through and folk symbolism . It delves into the traditional practice of bajanje —a form of Slavic folk magic involving incantations and healing rituals. Genre: Short Experimental / Dance Film Director: Neža Jamnikar It delves into the traditional practice of bajanje

"Bajanje" (2022) is an evocative short experimental film directed by that explores the ethereal intersections of Slovenian folklore, movement, and ritual. 🎬 Cinematic Overview

The film acts as a modern preservation of "disappearing" rural traditions like weather magic and herbal healing. 🏆 Reception and Impact

Critics note its eerie, surreal quality, often compared to an oral tradition brought to life on screen.