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THE PRINCE

PRINTUL DIN BUBUIECI

By Ivan NANIEV

REALITATEA FILM - as PROD

Comedy - Completed 2025

Kofi Kompaore, an African prince and university professor living in Moldova, is wrongfully accused of human trafficking. Placed under house arrest in the home of his prejudiced in-laws in the rural village, Kofi must navigate cultural clashes, societal prejudice, and a corrupt legal system

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    • Year of production
    • 2025
    • Genres
    • Comedy, Drama
    • Countries
    • MOLDOVA
    • Languages
    • RUSSIAN
    • Budget
    • 0.3 - 0.6 M$
    • Duration
    • 100 mn
    • Director(s)
    • Ivan NANIEV
    • Writer(s)
    • Ivan NANIEV
    • Producer(s)
    • Sergiu SCOBIOALA (Realitatea Film), Ivan NANIEV (Shepherd Company)
    • Synopsis
    • Kofi Kompaore, an African prince and university professor, has spent years building a new life in Moldova, far from the political turmoil of his homeland. He is engaged to Natasha, a local woman, and despite facing cultural differences, he has managed to integrate into society. However, his world collapses overnight when a coup in his native country leads to chaos, and in his attempt to help his family flee to Europe, he is falsely accused of human trafficking.

      Arrested and placed under house arrest, Kofi is confined to the home of his fiancée’s parents in the rural village of Bubuieci. But instead of finding a safe haven, he becomes an unwelcome guest in a house filled with hostility and prejudice. Natasha’s parents never approved of their daughter’s relationship with a foreigner—especially one of African descent—and now, with the accusation hanging over him, they see him as nothing more than a criminal.

      As Kofi fights to prove his innocence, he must also navigate the tense, absurd, and often comical dynamics of his forced cohabitation. He is subjected to passive-aggressive remarks, suspicion, and cultural misunderstandings, all while trying to survive in a place where even the simplest interactions feel like a battle. Moldova’s rigid bureaucracy and deep-seated corruption only make his situation worse, turning his legal struggle into an uphill battle against a system that favors power over justice.

      Despite the heavy themes, The Prince finds humor in the everyday clashes of tradition and modernity, of suspicion and understanding. Small moments of connection begin to emerge—unexpected gestures, shared laughter, and hesitant conversations that challenge deeply ingrained biases. Kofi’s presence forces his in-laws to confront their own prejudices, while he, in turn, learns to navigate their world with patience and resilience.

      Through tension, absurdity, and unlikely friendships, The Prince is ultimately a story of survival, identity, and human connection. It is a film that explores the intersection of cultures, the challenges of acceptance, and the power of love in overcoming the walls that divide us. With its blend of drama and humor, the film offers a fresh perspective on the migrant experience, inviting audiences to reflect on tolerance, justice, and the unpredictable nature of human relationships.
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