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Motel Nana

Motel Nana (2011)

Feb 03, 2011 1h 32m Drama

Ivan teaches history in a Belgrade high school. In his class, Ivan is provoked by a student and ends up slapping him on the face. In Serbia, in the heat of transitional changes, Ivan’s presence in school is no longer welcomed. He finds a temporary job opportunity in a war-scarred mountain village in Bosnia. On his way there, he meets Yasmina, a young Muslim woman, back from Germany to her homeland after the war and after being invited by an old friend – Hazim - who now runs a motel. A lone kiss in a stormy night, in a village still lying in ruins, will bring Yasmina and Ivan closer together in a joint escape from reality and to a ride on a dusty bus, where neither one of them wants to sit next to the window.

Directed by Predrag Velinović

Cast

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Dragan Mićanović
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Dragan Mićanović

as Ivan

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Nikolina Đorđević

as Jasmina (as Nikolina Djordjevic)

Zijah Sokolović
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Zijah Sokolović

as Hazim

Nikola Pejaković
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Nikola Pejaković

as Domar

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Mladen Nelević

as Direktor skole

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Ljubivoje Tadić

as Profesor matematike

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Dragana Nenadić

as Profesorka

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Miloš Pjevač

as Ucenik

Olivera Viktorović
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Olivera Viktorović

as Sankerica

Crew

Director
  • Predrag Velinović

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Motel Nana 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 Predrag Velinović 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 2011, 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 Motel Nana took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 149 minutes long.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The musical score contains over 71 unique compositions.
  • The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 2011, when this film is released:
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: February 3, 2011
  • Runtime: 1h 32m

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