In Prizren, Ermegan and Jeton work to revive a local table tennis club in the aftermath of Kosovo's independence. As the first internationally recognized sports federation in the country, the Table Tennis Federation offers a chance to inspire young athletes. The two men self-finance training sessions, aiming to cultivate talent and foster community spirit. Their efforts reflect a commitment to rebuilding a sense of identity and purpose in a society recovering from conflict.

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See Ermegan and Jeton's efforts in Prizren's table tennis scene.
Find out how a local club impacts community identity.
Meet the director Samir Karahoda and his unique storytelling.

Did You Know

Displaced premiered at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.
The film won Best International Short Film at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival.
It received the Best Non Fiction Short Film Award at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.
Displaced was nominated for Best Short Film at the 34th European Film Awards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the film Displaced?

Displaced was directed and written by Samir Karahoda.

What awards did Displaced win?

Displaced won the award for Best International Short Film at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival and the Best Non Fiction Short Film Award at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.

What is the runtime of the film Displaced?

Displaced has a duration of 15 minutes.

Awards & Festivals

Sundance Film Festival

2022 • Official selection

Toronto International Film Festival

2021 • Official selection

Cannes Film Festival

2021 • Official selection

European Film Awards

2021 • Official selection

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