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Korida

201687 minPGdocumentary

Bulls compete in Bosnian bullfights, known as Koridas, where the contests occur without bloodshed, reflecting a unique cultural practice.

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Senad Halilbasic

Korida

2016• 87 minPG

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Bulls compete in Bosnian bullfights, known as Koridas, where the contests occur without bloodshed, reflecting a unique cultural practice.

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In the hills of Bosnia, traditional bullfights known as Koridas take place, where bulls compete without bloodshed. Directed by Senad Halilbasic, the 2016 documentary examines how these events serve as a form of non-violent competition in a society recovering from conflict. The film questions whether Koridas can foster peace more effectively than the European Union in a region still healing from the scars of war. Through the lens of Bosnian culture, it presents a unique perspective on societal healing and conflict resolution.

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