Cast
View AllNera Stipičević
as Sonja (segment "Hrvatska priča")
Goran Bogdan
as Marin (segment "Hrvatska priča")
Nataša Ninković
as Milena (segment "Srpska priča")
Sergej Trifunović
as Đorđe (segment "Srpska priča")
Feđa Štukan
as Haris (segment "Bosanskohercegovačka priča")
Nina Violić
as Heder (segment "Bosanskohercegovačka priča")
Iva Zendelska
as Irena (segment "Makedonska prikazna")
Slaviša Kajevski
as Jane (segment "Makedonska prikazna")
Lucija Šerbedžija
as Lena (segment "Slovenska zgodba")
Marko Mandić
as Tamir (segment "Slovenska zgodba")
Mirela Brekalo
as Antonija (segment "Hrvatska priča")
Kristina Krepela
as Gost na partiju 7 (segment "Hrvatska priča")
Jack Dimich
as Doktor (segment "Srpska priča")
Emir Hadžihafizbegović
as Otac (segment "Bosanskohercegovačka priča")
Boris Ler
as Dostavljač (segment "Bosanskohercegovačka priča")
Crew
Director
- Marija Džidževa
- Ana Maria Rossi
- Ines Tanović
- Hanna Antonina Wojcik-Slak
- Ivona Juka
Writer
- Hanna Antonina Wojcik-Slak
- Ivona Juka
- Gjorče Stavreski
- Ines Tanović
- Ana Maria Rossi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Some Other Stories examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Marija Džidževa brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2010, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Some Other Stories took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 114 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 169 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 231 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2010, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Some Other Stories shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Oppressed Majority, which focuses more on action than character development, Some Other Stories offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like O'er the Land and Arabian Nights: Volume 1, The Restless One explore similar territory, Some Other Stories stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: July 18, 2010
- Runtime: 1h 54m
