Urška Djukić, a multifaceted and accomplished filmmaker, emerged into the world in the year 1986, within the picturesque city of Ljubljana, nestled in the heart of Slovenia.
As a driven individual, she embarked on a journey to pursue her ardor for the creative sphere by registering at the esteemed Academy of Arts located in the charming city of Nova Gorica. Within the walls of this prestigious institution, she dedicated herself to refining her artistic abilities and cultivating a strong foundation upon which to build her future accomplishments.
Urška's remarkable short film, titled Bon Appétit, La Vie!, garnered widespread recognition and acclaim, ultimately earning her the prestigious award for Best Short at the esteemed National Festival of Slovenian Film in the year 2016, a testament to her exceptional storytelling abilities and artistic prowess.
In the year 2018, a highly talented and promising young director was carefully selected and chosen to take part in a unique and innovative collaborative project, specifically designed for emerging filmmakers, known as SEE Factory.
Urška's tenure at SEE Factory was marked by a notable creative collaboration, as she co-directed a mesmerizing short film titled The Right One, which made its debut at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival in the year 2019, a significant milestone in her burgeoning career as a filmmaker.
In the same year, she was chosen for the esteemed 39th Cinéfondation Residence in Paris, a renowned program that offers a unique chance for up-and-coming filmmakers to refine their debut feature films under the guidance of industry experts.
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Urška's groundbreaking approach to storytelling, characterized by an eclectic fusion of live-action, animation, and other creative mediums, enables her to conceptualize and bring to life distinctive, captivating visual narratives that delve into the intricate, multifaceted nature of modern womanhood, thereby providing a fresh and nuanced perspective on the complexities and challenges faced by women in contemporary society.
Urška Djukić is a dynamic and innovative filmmaker whose work is deeply rooted in a passion for shedding light on the diverse experiences and viewpoints of women in contemporary society.
