Loading movie...
Men Don't Cry (2017)
Director: Alen Drljević
Cast: Leon Lučev, Primož Petkovšek, Emir Hadžihafizbegović, Boris Ler
7.2Runtime98 min
Your reaction:
Watchlist:
The armed conflicts of the 1990s not only visibly destroyed the land of the former Yugoslavia, but also left the deepest wounds in the memory of each of its belligerent nations. There are as many different interpretations of that bleak past as there are countries affected. It is therefore hard to expect absolute harmony when, less than two decades since the war ended, a diverse group of veterans gathers at a remote mountain hotel for a therapy session over several days. On the contrary, such a dangerously volatile situation can suddenly ignite by just one thoughtless word, or a seemingly dirty look. That’s because the former soldiers, obstinately holding on to their fundamental masculinity and their prejudices, refusing to expose the inhumanity of the atrocities perpetrated. However, this quietness is just about to be broken and hidden emotions are to be faced.
Why you might like this:
Directed by Alen Drljević, this 2017 drama offers a thoughtful, nuanced exploration of the lingering trauma and divisions left in the wake of the Yugoslavian conflicts, as a diverse group of veterans grapple with their masculinity and prejudices during an emotional therapy session. With powerful performances from the ensemble cast, including Leon Lučev and Primož Petkovšek, this film provides a compelling and resonant look at the challenges of reconciliation.
About
Men Don't Cry is a 2017 Bosnian drama film directed by Alen Drljević. It was selected as the Bosnian entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 90th Academy Awards, but it was not nominated. The film won the 2017 Special Jury Prize at the 52nd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
Read more on Wikipedia →