The Weight of Time (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1988, The Weight of Time is a drama film directed by Rikard Ljarja, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. In 80s Albania, the head of a village is very near retirement. He has many accomplishments but feels somewhat spiritually "bureaucratized" so wants his successor to be similar to him in character and principles. But in the assembly gathering another proposal is put forth, foiling the village head's plans entirely.
Who’s in it. The Weight of Time stars Kadri Roshi as Kryetari, Rikard Ljarja as Vasili, Einar Nelku as Nasho and Fatos Sela as Trifoni, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Weight of Time sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Weight of Time page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Weight of Time tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Weight of Time (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Weight of Time change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Weight of Time worth watching?
- The Weight of Time holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Weight of Time?
- The Weight of Time stars Kadri Roshi, Rikard Ljarja, Einar Nelku, Fatos Sela and Hajrie Rondo.
- When was The Weight of Time released?
- The Weight of Time was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.