# Honeyland (2019)

> A quiet yet visually expansive Macedonian documentary follows a solitary traditional beekeeper whose fragile equilibrium with nature is challenged by neighboring newcomers.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/395470

## Facts

- Runtime: 89 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Ljubomir Stefanov, Tamara Kotevska
- Cast: Hatidzhe Muratova, Nazife Muratova, Hussein Sam, Ljutvie Sam
- TMDB rating: 7.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8991268/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: contemplative, melancholic, intimate, quiet evening, environmental film night

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of humanity's connection to nature through the lens of traditional beekeeping.

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