Can you introduce yourself in a few words?
My name is Dobrinka /Dobi/ Glavincheva. I am a lawyer. Discipline, responsibility and professionalism are extremely important qualities to me. I believe that success in any area of life and personal development means hard work, maximum effort, true dedication and commitment. I therefore strive to work and improve, while also trying not to be too critical or demanding of myself, but to recognise and enjoy small victories in my own life and my loved ones’ lives. I learn from my mistakes, try to correct them and not repeat them. Most importantly: no discouragement! I like Elegance in every form and always strive for it. I am convinced that Charisma and Charm are the inner magic that makes us truly irresistible. Family has always been the greatest value in my life. It is my school of Love. I value friendship.
To sum up, I completely agree with what my favourite actress, the magnificent Meryl Streep, said: “The formula for happiness and success is simply to be yourself in the most vivid way possible.”
I would add: ...because everyone is unique. And that is wonderful...
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What is your role in the film?
My role in “Cybercrime” is the character Mirela Dimitrova.
How did you prepare for it?
I can firmly say that preparing for Mirela Dimitrova was a long process carrying great responsibility. I was fully aware that my character was one of the film’s central and extremely powerful figures, and I needed to achieve a flawless transformation. Immediately after our first meeting about the film in January with director Atanas Mihaylov, I asked him for the script. I then made numerous video recordings of my lines and sent them to him, and he returned his recommendations and requirements. We continued with in-person rehearsals, individually and with my colleagues.
I remember once writing to him, “What do you think my character’s story is?” We later discussed it. We explored her biography, personality and relationships with the other characters: what she is like as a mother, woman and leader, despite her villainous role.
I stepped into her image visually every day. That was not difficult; after all, I am a lawyer. The great challenge was inhabiting her mentally and emotionally.
At one point, I felt myself beginning to think like Mrs Dimitrova. That was when I knew I was ready for the set.
But I cannot avoid being critical of myself: I felt my lack of practical camera experience. I had to learn and apply what I learnt on the go. I accepted it as a challenge, with great enthusiasm and confidence that it would work.
I am extremely grateful to Atanas Mihaylov for the opportunity, trust and devoted help at every moment! I can say without hesitation that he possesses all the personal and professional qualities of a talented director, and I sincerely wish him success.
Did your experience at the Film Academy for Talents help you during filming?
My training, work and experience at the Film Academy for Talents are the foundation of my professional performance in the film.
I thank my teachers Nataliya Dukova, Lazar Panev, Tsvyatko Tsenov, Kaloyan Paterkov and Sofia Georgieva for their effort, patience and encouragement throughout my preparation.
What did it feel like to work with everyone else on the team during filming?
Working with the team during filming was unique. Perhaps because it was my film debut, everything was new and unfamiliar, “like in a movie”. But what stayed with me was seeing and feeling the great drive, love and dedication everyone brought to their work. They gave their all. That is contagious. Professionalism!
That is what I saw; I hope the audience sees it too.
What is the coolest thing you will remember from making the film?
The coolest things I will remember from filming are the support, encouraging words, help, empathy, smiles, friendly hugs, sincere admiration, constructive criticism, professionalism and the director’s uncompromising demand for high-quality filming in every respect.
Another memory comes to mind now: immersed in that creative atmosphere, I was suddenly overcome by a feeling that I spontaneously decided to share quietly and shyly with Atanas Mihaylov, who was absorbed in thoughts about the current scene: “Right now, I feel like a Hollywood star.” He stopped, looked at me and said seriously, “Well, you are one!” And... how could you not give everything for this director, this team and this film?!
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