We decided to premiere ‘Shibil’ simultaneously online and in selected cinemas across the country because we wanted to make this film and the premiere night accessible for every Bulgarian, especially so in this time of restrictions. By doing this we hope First Clapper’s cause will reach everyone too.

‘Shibil’ is more than a film, this is a film with a cause. It proved that young people can create art convincingly and bravely, and produce a film that excites audiences on 6 continents, at 117 festivals and in 49 countries.

The projects of the foundation ‘First Clapper’ are bound to the tenet ‘learning by doing’. Young film makers have the opportunity to manage industry professionals, who in return safeguard their ideas during the whole process of production. We are interested in the process of filmmaking; the film evolves on its own.

We chose an open national premiere that is free for everyone, so that we don’t set boundaries between the audience and the film. Our goal is for young creatives to be able to debut early on and create films that matters .

Watch the film and if you think that the foundation’s goals have been met, donate in support of the future of our mission. You can do this by sending an SMS message at the date of the premiere or through any of the other platforms we will secure. 

You co-produce Bulgaria’s future creator!