arts
February 19, 2026
Standing Ovations and Tears in the Hall: How the Film Obraz Broke Boundaries and Won Hearts in Belgrade
For months, our audience has eagerly awaited a film that has delighted audiences and critics at about thirty world festivals! After numerous awards, including the award for best film, best director, best cinematographer, best screenplay, and best male lead, ovations, delight, and emotions, "OBRAZ" was shown to our audience. Due to great interest, two premiere screenings were completely sold out at the Cineplexx Ušće Shopping Center cinema.
TL;DR
- "OBRAZ" premiered in Belgrade to a sold-out audience and enthusiastic reception.
- The film has won multiple awards at approximately thirty international festivals, including best film, best director, and best male lead.
- The premiere screenings were held at Cineplexx Ušće Shopping Center.
- Attendees included filmmakers, actors, and media, with guests like Bane Trifunović and Marta Bjelica.
- The audience reacted with standing ovations and visible emotion, praising the film's aesthetic, story, and message.
- The film is described as a "healing work of art" that promotes unity and courage.
- "OBRAZ" is based on a short story by Zuvdija Hodžić and features an international cast.
- Key cast members include Edon Rizvanoli, Igor Benčina, Nikola Ristanovski, and Zef Bato Dedivanović in his last film role.
- The creative team includes cinematographer Đorđe Stojiljković, set designer Stanislav Nikičević, and composer Dušan Maksimovski.
- The film was produced by Milorad Radenović and co-produced by Cinnamon Films, Embrija, Mogador Film, and RTVCG.
- It received financial support from various film centers and cultural ministries in Montenegro, Serbia, and Croatia.
- The project ranked first among fifty regional projects at a Serbian co-production competition in 2020.
- The film is available in all cinemas starting February 19th.
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