Nia Yonkova
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Biography
Nia Yonkova is a Bulgarian filmmaker and Creative Business student at Breda University of Applied Sciences. At only 22, she brings 4 years of experience in directing, producing, and editing, having worked on a range of projects - from student films to professional sets at Nu Boyana Film Studios, including Hollywood features, TV segments, and concept videos. Her debut short film God’s Will premiered in the Netherlands and was later brought to Bulgarian audiences, exploring themes of faith, rural life, and isolation. Having lived and worked across Bulgaria, The Netherlands, the USA, and South Korea, Nia’s work is defined by a keen eye for aesthetics, character-driven storytelling, and a dedication to creating cinema that resonates across cultures.
From the Judges, on God's Will (2026)
From the Judges, on God's Will
Vast mountain landscapes and the quiet flicker of candlelight give this short a poetic stillness, its costume and camera work rendering an open, weathered world with real care. A grounded, natural lead performance and a score that adds gentle emotional weight let silence and subtlety carry the mood, drawing the panel into an atmospheric meditation on faith and solitude.
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