Gela Babluani, a renowned filmmaker, hails from the culturally rich city of Tbilisi, Georgia, where his father, Temur Babluani, a prominent director in his own right, played a significant role in shaping his creative trajectory.
At the tender age of 17, Gela, along with his three siblings, was sent to France to pursue his education, which would ultimately lay the groundwork for his future endeavors in the world of cinema.
Gela's early foray into filmmaking began with the creation of his first short film, "A Fleur de Peau," which premiered in 2002 and received widespread critical acclaim, setting the stage for his future success.
Years later, Gela would go on to direct his first feature-length film, "13 Tzameti," a cinematic masterpiece that would capture the attention of film enthusiasts worldwide. The film's impressive reception culminated in its winning of the prestigious World Cinema Jury Prize for a Dramatic motion picture at the esteemed Sundance Film Festival.
