2024 Directors: Filip Čui, Dragana Jovanović Genre: Drama
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This paper analyzes the documentary film Pored nas (Next to Us), directed by Stevan Filipović (2018). The film is examined as a sociopolitical critique of contemporary Serbian society, specifically focusing on the neglect of the education system and the apathy of the "silent majority." By juxtaposing the struggles of a progressive teaching collective in a small town with the rise of nationalist narratives, the film serves as a testament to the regression of societal values in the post-socialist transition. This analysis explores the film’s arguments regarding the deliberate dismantling of public institutions and the existential threat posed by the normalization of hate speech. 2024 Directors: Filip Čui, Dragana Jovanović Genre: Drama
Unlike many commercial blockbusters, Pored nas focuses on raw, human emotions. It tackles the alienation felt in modern urban societies, a theme that resonates deeply with Serbian and Balkan audiences. This analysis explores the film’s arguments regarding the
Critics have praised the cinematography of the nature scenes , the well-written antagonist, and the "sincere" chemistry between the long-standing cast members.