Three kids, one war, zero mercy. Armenian cinema that'll wreck your weekend plans.
The film consists of three parts. The first one is about a harmonious family that will be separated because of the existing situation. Little Aram carries the tragedy of the separated family. In a day, his entire childhood ends. The reason is one thing only… In the second part of the film a feminine touch is evident by Astghik’s character. One step and peace turn to war in a day, that’s when she loses her friendship, her love, and the idol. The third film tells about a 14-year old Tevanik who becomes part of the war activities. During the fights and as a result of his inability to put an end to a beauty, moments become decisive for Tevanik
Direction
Avetisyan's triptych structure mirrors war's cyclical devastation.
Cinematography
Stark Armenian landscapes that swallow childhood whole.
Writing
Three interconnected stories where innocence dies incrementally.
Director
Jivan Avetisyan
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
One of the first internationally recognized features from post-Soviet Armenian cinema dealing with the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
The title's three-part structure deliberately mirrors the Holy Trinity—only here, father, mother, and child are all sacrificed.
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