Fehmi Hoshafi

Fehmi Hoshafi Trailers

Why Are the Drums Rumbling? Trailer

Fehmi Hoshafi (September 28, 1934 – 2019) was an Albanian film director and screenwriter known for his contributions to Albanian cinema. Born in Tirana, Hoshafi began his career in the film industry as an assistant director to veterans Hysen Hakani and Kristaq Dhamo on films such as Toka jonë (1964), Vitet e para (1965), Oshëtimë në bregdet (1967), and Gjurma (1970). In 1968, Hoshafi directed Estrada në ekran (Estrada on the Screen), a film adaptation of a theatrical performance. He co-directed the acclaimed comedy Kapedani (The Captain, 1972) with Muharrem Fejzo, which tells the story of an aging veteran struggling to adapt to societal changes regarding women's rights. Other notable works include Shoku ynë Tili (Our Friend Tili, 1981) and Deputeti i grave (Deputy of Women, 1987). Hoshafi's films often addressed social themes and were instrumental in shaping Albanian cinema during his active years. He passed away in 2019 at the age of 86.

Most Popular Fehmi Hoshafi Trailers

Total trailers found: 11

In the Name of Freedom Trailer (1987)

09 September 1987

A wounded Greek partisan is helped by Albanian partisans and hidden in the house of an old woman, but his life is still in danger due to the presence of Nazis.

Uninterrupted Melody Trailer (1985)

10 September 1985

The film focuses on a shepherd and his herd of goats, and the love he has for his job.

The Captain Trailer (1972)

28 February 1972

A misogynistic old man goes to complain about "his rights" after a woman is elected as the leader of his village's cooperative.

Why Are the Drums Rumbling? Trailer (1969)

05 February 1969

Katrina and Xhavit, two young volunteers working on the construction of a railroad, fall in love and decide to marry.

The Shout Trailer (1976)

26 October 1976

Based on the works of Sterjo Spasse. Kujtim Morava goes to work in a remote village. He assists in the destruction of churches and mosques since they spread a regressive mentality.

Deputy of Women Trailer (1987)

01 January 1987

Lisimaku is constantly assigned to replace the women of the enterprise during their maternity leave. Lisimak's growth in character is achieved through unexpected situations where comics intertwine with drama.

Our Friend Tili Trailer (1981)

17 January 1981

Tili is a troublesome kid who always bothers his teacher and parents. However, they try to make him change his ways.

The Martyrs of the Monuments Trailer (1980)

06 October 1980

Set during World War I. An Austro-Hungarian expedition sets an archaeological site in the ancient city of Apollonia.

Estrada on the Screen Trailer (1968)

29 August 1968

A comedy from the stage troupe of Tiranë and Shkodër. A collection of sketches, songs and humorous numbers performed by well-known Albanian pop artists.

Dream for a Chair Trailer (1984)

21 October 1984

Deputy director Koli wishes to replace the pensioned director, but is preoccupied that Vjollca, the chairwoman of the planning branch, will get the promotion instead.

The Lights of the Town Trailer (1983)

26 June 1983

Harizi lives in the town of Ksamil. His cousin Seferi goes to live there too, but after a while, shows signs of laziness and tries to falsify his reports.