24. LFF
Opatija
25 - 29.8.2026.

Film

For Your Own Good

(Festival premiere)
LFF24, Out of competition, Regionale

ABOUT THE MOVIE

This docu-fiction film follows three women through different stages of emotional abuse in intimate relationships. Through their testimonies and the metaphor of a car, it explores the mechanisms of psychological abuse - control, manipulation, isolation, and the loss of self. The film sheds light on forms of abuse that often go unrecognized, encouraging awareness, empathy, and dialogue while conveying that help and a way out exist.

Ana Trobec

Before transitioning into the audiovisual field, she studied foreign languages in Italy and spent many years working in the tourism industry. She later shifted her professional focus to digital communications, working for a digital marketing agency. Alongside her career, she became actively involved in volunteering with cultural and non-profit organizations in Rijeka, particularly those dedicated to documentary filmmaking and women's rights. Through this work, she developed a strong interest in and practical experience in video production. She subsequently founded her own virtual assistance business, specializing in social media management and the creation of short-form video content for small businesses.

Mirela Džafić

Although she is trained as an educationalist, her professional experience has been shaped primarily by her work in the media and public relations. She began her career in student radio, which gradually led her into journalism and multimedia projects. Today, among other roles, she mentors young people through initiatives such as Kišobran. Her work brings together media production, education, and social engagement, with a particular focus on empowering young people and strengthening local communities.

Mirna Unuk

She works in literary fiction publishing and has long nurtured a deep interest in culture, the arts, and social issues. Over the years, she has developed a strong passion for storytelling and a desire to tell stories that foster empathy and deepen understanding of complex human experiences. In 2022, she joined the volunteer team of the Liburnia Film Festival, where she took part in a documentary filmmaking workshop. This documentary on emotional abuse is her first film project.

Title: For Your Own Good
Year of production: 2026
Duration: 30
Screenplay: Mirna Unuk
Sound design: Ivo Vičić
Production: Valentina Botica