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201292 minPGdocumentary

3.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

The Blockade

201292 minPGdocumentary

3.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Over 20 faculties in Croatia participated in a 34-day student protest against the commercialization of education that began in April 2009.

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Igor Bezinović

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Over 20 faculties in Croatia participated in a 34-day student protest against the commercialization of education that began in April 2009.

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Igor Bezinović

Igor Bezinovićdirector

Igor Bezinović

Igor Bezinovićwriter

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At the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Zagreb, students initiate a blockade in April 2009, protesting the commercialization of education. Over 34 days, the movement expands to more than 20 faculties across Croatia. Participants engage in passionate discussions and block classes, transforming their collective voice into a significant political force. Director Igor Bezinović captures the initial support from faculty members and the emotional toll on students, revealing personal stories and the eventual disillusionment as some turn against the movement.

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