Don't Let Me Die

Maria discovers the body of her neighbor, Isabela, outside her apartment window. After organizing the funeral, Maria becomes entangled in the deceased woman's history, adopting her dogs and building a relationship with Isabela's estranged son. Set in a coastal town during a time of lengthening nights, the story follows Maria as she encounters a local lumberjack who fears sleeping. Despite her efforts to return to her normal routine after the burial, she is plagued by a persistent, haunting sensation.

The film was directed by Andrei Epure, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Ana Maria Gheorghe. This production is a collaboration between Bulgaria, Romania, and France, involving production companies such as Tomsa Films and Saga Film. The cast is led by Cosmina Stratan as Maria Laurint and Elina Löwensohn as Isabela Ivan, supported by Ozana Oancea, Mihaela Sîrbu, Isabela Neamțu, and Silviu Debu. A total of 25 credited actors appear in the 108-minute feature, which blends elements of drama, horror, mystery, and thriller.