description Death in Sarajevo Overview
Death in Sarajevo is a 2016 drama film directed by Danis Tanović, initially intended for the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. The film received the Jury Grand Prix and FIPRESCI prize during its competition screening in Berlin. It represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at the Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film.
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info Death in Sarajevo Specifications
| Country | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Year | 2016 |
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What is the setting of Death in Sarajevo?
The story unfolds largely inside Sarajevo's Hotel Europa as staff prepare for a politically charged commemorative event. The film connects present-day tensions with the historical memory of the 1914 assassination in Sarajevo.
Who directed Death in Sarajevo?
Death in Sarajevo was directed by Bosnian filmmaker Danis Tanovic. It was released in 2016 and examines political conflict, class divisions, and historical memory in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What awards did Death in Sarajevo win at Berlin?
At the 2016 Berlin International Film Festival, the film received the Jury Grand Prix and the FIPRESCI Prize. It competed in the festival's main competition.
Is Death in Sarajevo a historical film or a modern political drama?
It is a modern political drama that uses the history of Sarajevo as a major source of tension. The 2016 film places its characters in a contemporary hotel while revisiting the legacy of the 1914 event.
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