Thirst

The film focuses on Elica, Maria, and Nikolina, who work as schoolteachers in a village marked by its backwardness and water scarcity. The villagers support themselves by sending men abroad for work, leaving the women to contend with their own challenges. Marko, a character in the film, symbolizes hope and desire as he falls in love with a girl named Kate while also managing the village's water supply.

Thirst provides a glimpse into the everyday lives of its characters, reflecting broader themes of survival and emotional longing in a rural Macedonian setting. The film's portrayal of these women's struggles offers insight into the cultural context of the time and place, making it a notable work in Macedonian cinema history.