KINO ELVA
KINO ELVA
We Tell Stories
We Tell Stories Through
Award-Winning Documentaries
Once upon a time, in a quiet corner of an ancient forest in Georgia, a mighty tree named OpyoDoc stood tall, its branches wide, sheltering stories born from the shadows of mountains and murmurs of rivers. Three pilgrims—Mariam, Nik, and Maradia—tended to this tree, nurturing tales that rose from deep roots and traveled far and wide. But one dark night, greedy forest goblins crept out and, with snarls and sharp claws, hacked OpyoDoc down to its roots, hoping to silence its stories forever. Yet OpyoDoc’s gifts had already taken flight from its branches—films like Magic Mountain, Listen to the Silence, Water Has No Borders, and Respublika—each carrying messages of resilience, insight, and courage. As these stories journeyed across lands far and wide, powerful gifts were bestowed upon the pilgrims: Leipzig bestowed wisdom and understanding; Barcelona, the strength to protect; Skopje, the insight to reveal hidden layers; Yerevan, the resilience to persevere; and from all those who watched their films, the gift of patience to find the right path in darkness. What the goblins didn’t know was that OpyoDoc’s roots pulsed still, deep in the earth. Soon, a sapling named Kino Elva rose beside the old stump, small but fierce, rooted in the same soil. Drawn by the call of this new life, the pilgrims found their way back into the forest. At the foot of the sapling, they unearthed a wooden box, worn by age yet humming with life. Inside, they found a cluster of eggs, each fragile and full of potential—a new story waiting to hatch, grow, and take flight in a world wary of its message. The pilgrims understood their task: to guard these eggs and incubate each story, guiding it safely into the light. Now, as new pilgrims arrive with eggs of their own, Kino Elva lights their path through the Georgian forest, sharing its gifts of wisdom, strength, and insight, and offering guidance, tools, and the light to help each story rise, free and fearless, high above the shadows.
EVERY STORY HAS A
BEGINNING
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DOCUMENARTY
INCUBATION
In a nation where art is under siege, WAVE captures Georgia’s filmmakers uniting against censorship, as they risk everything to defend their creative freedom and resist a government intent on silencing dissent.
Two archeologists find a 1.8 million year old tooth that could change human evolution, but the minister of culture arrested the tooth and holds it under lock and key. The archaeologists make a last ditch attempt to free an ancient tooth and a prehistoric wolf from the Ministry’s grip.
In Nana’s Wings, director Maradia Tsaava brings to life the story of her grandmother, a resilient theatre director who rekindled hope in post-war Georgia by restoring an abandoned theatre, proving that art can illuminate even the darkest times.
Even today, if you venture into the dark forest, you may find Kino Elva—a guiding light for those who come to Georgia’s lands with stories of their own. With deep knowledge of the terrain, allies throughout the region, and the wisdom of experience, Kino Elva offers its services to storytellers far and wide. From the early whispers of planning in pre-production to the vibrant act of creation in production, and finally, the delicate refining in post-production, Kino Elva will ensure each story blossoms to its fullest. Providing comprehensive support across all stages, Kino Elva is a trusted companion, offering expertise, flexibility, and seamless guidance so that each tale may find its way into the world with clarity, grace, and a touch of magic.
In pre-production, Kino Elva provides comprehensive support to lay the foundation for a successful project in Georgia. Leveraging our extensive local knowledge and production experience, we can guide you through story and script development, ensuring cultural and contextual accuracy. Our team conducts in-depth research to enrich narratives and offers skilled fixer services to navigate logistics, permitting, and local requirements. With a strong network across Georgia, we streamline pre-production, tailoring our approach to match each project’s unique needs and delivering a solid framework to bring creative concepts to life.
Kino Elva offers a fully equipped and award-winning production crew with decades of experience in non-fiction and documentary filmmaking. Our team brings a deep understanding of the nuances and demands of documentary production, enabling us to capture authentic and compelling stories. We provide skilled professionals for every aspect of production, from cinematography and sound recording to directing and line producing. With our strong local network and resources, we facilitate seamless logistics and ensure high-quality production standards, allowing you to focus on creative storytelling while we handle the technical and operational details.
Kino Elva’s post-production services bring projects to life with a proven, refined workflow that starts with meticulous editing and progresses through color grading, sound design, and original music composition. With an experienced team of editors and a dedicated suite nestled in a secluded garden office in Tbilisi, we craft narratives that resonate with emotional depth and authenticity. Our expertise in storytelling allows us to polish each film to its full potential, creating immersive experiences for audiences. Kino Elva’s post-production services provide the final touches that bring clarity, cohesion, and artistry to your project.
THE PILGRIMS
The pilgrims of Kino Elva each carry their own gifts, united by a shared purpose. Together, they are keepers of the stories—a diverse band of storytellers driven by a passion for uncovering truths and weaving tales that resonate far beyond the forest’s edge. With unique perspectives and skills, they create a sanctuary where stories are nurtured, inspiring all who encounter them to see the world anew.
