Alexander

Synopsis

In 1990, a mechanic in Albania named Alexander Gruda undertook one of the most daring feats in recent human history. After being fired by the navy for dissidence, he hijacked a warship in order to gain freedom for himself and his family.

Director Biography

Ardit Sadiku is a filmmaker from Shkoder, Albania. He began making short films as a teenager and has directed/produced three narrative features as well as two documentary features. Thematically, his films reflect an abiding interest in the global human struggle for freedom.