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201854 minPG-13documentary

Political Polarization Corruption

Ideal 68

201854 minPG-13documentary

On June 3, 1968, student protests erupted across four cities in the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, challenging the communist government.

Political Polarization Corruption

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Marko Subotić,

Almir Šećkanović

Synopsis

On June 3, 1968, student protests erupted across four cities in the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, challenging the communist government.

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Marko Subotićdirector

Almir Šećkanovićdirector

Dragan Sjekloćacast

Dragoljub Mićunovićcast

Synopsis

On June 3, 1968, students in Belgrade, Sarajevo, Zagreb, and Ljubljana took to the streets. They protested against the communist government of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Their demands included increased socialism, an end to corruption, and improvements in state governance. This unrest marked a significant clash with the ruling establishment. The film captures the events of these protests and the students' aspirations for change during a turbulent time in Yugoslav history.

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