The Tale of Silyan - Film Tickets

You've Got a Guy presents The Tale of Silyan, a hypnotic documentary by Tamara Kotevska that blends real events with mythic storytelling in a docu‑fable style. With original music by Joe Wilson Davies, the film unfolds over 80 minutes in Macedonian with subtitles, offering a lyrical look at folklore and contemporary life. The world premiere took place at the Venice Film Festival on August 29, 2025, where it earned the Best Film – Cinema & Arts Award. Distributed by National Geographic Documentary Films, with U.S. release through Picturehouse and international distribution by Dogwoof, this film is touring North America and Europe across festivals and select theaters for the 2025–2026 season.

Note: This page highlights the artist and project details, including a detailed biography, discography highlights (as part of the collaboration between filmmaker and composer), and upcoming tour information. We’ve gathered venue details and confirmed festival appearances to help you secure your seats with confidence.

Biography at a glance
The Tale of Silyan is the collaborative vision of director Tamara Kotevska (known for Honeyland) and composer Joe Wilson Davies. The project adds a folkloric, poetic layer to documentary storytelling, weaving mythic elements with real events to create a unique cinematic experience. The film was selected as North Macedonia’s submission for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards. Critics have embraced the film, with a Rotten Tomatoes rating of 100% from critics across several reviews, signaling strong early reception as the project continues to travel the globe.

Discography highlights
In addition to the film’s score, Joe Wilson Davies’ collaboration features thematic motifs that anchor the documentary’s emotional arc. While this page focuses on the performer and project, you’ll see how the music shapes the storytelling, and how the composer’s work complements the visuals and mythic storytelling present in the film.

Upcoming tour information
For the 2025–2026 screening circuit, look for appearances at festivals and venues across North America and Europe, including VIFF in Vancouver, Santa Monica and Glendale in California, San Rafael and Kingston NY, plus venues in London, Edinburgh, Boulder, Rochester, and Cleveland. As schedules are confirmed, tickets will be posted here to help you secure your seats with ease.

Social channels: While there isn’t a clearly identifiable official social media presence for The Tale of Silyan, the project is promoted through National Geographic Documentary Films, Picturehouse, Disney+ channels, and festival circuits. For updates, follow NatGeo and festival pages, and check venue listings for the latest on screenings and ticket availability.