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202120 minPGdocumentary

Journey Home

202120 minPGdocumentary

After a long absence, Matija returns to Osijek for a few days to address a recent issue and confront unresolved matters from his past.

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Petar Vukičević

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After a long absence, Matija returns to Osijek for a few days to address a recent issue and confront unresolved matters from his past.

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Petar Vukičevićdirector

Petar Vukičevićwriter

Matija Ćutićcast

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Matija arrives in Osijek after a long absence. He plans to resolve a recent issue. During his visit, Matija faces unresolved matters from his past. The documentary captures his brief time in the city as he confronts these challenges. The story unfolds over 20 minutes and focuses on his interactions and reflections in a familiar environment.

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