Bota (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2014, Bota is a drama film directed by Iris Elezi, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Bota (Albanian for “the world”) is a cafe situated on the edge of a vast area of marshland in a remote part of Albania, and it is here that the lives of the protagonists intersect in this compelling debut by Iris Elezi and Thomas Logoreci. The directors skilfully exploit the genius loci of the desolate landscape and, aided by a period score and beguiling long shots, they flawlessly evoke the atmosphere of a place where the past still encroaches upon people’s lives.
Who’s in it. Bota stars Artur Gorishti as Beni, Alban Ukaj as Mili, Flonja Kodheli as July and Fioralba Kryemadhi as Alba, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Bota has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bota page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bota tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bota (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bota change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bota worth watching?
- Bota holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bota?
- Bota stars Artur Gorishti, Alban Ukaj, Flonja Kodheli, Fioralba Kryemadhi and Tinka Kurti.
- When was Bota released?
- Bota was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.