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Deep Dive: The Stone Speakers (2018)

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The Stone Speakers
The Stone Speakers is a 2018 Canadian documentary directed by Igor Drljaca that examines ideological tourism in post-war Bosnia and Herzegovina. The film focuses on how the region's history and memorials attract tourists, reflecting on the narratives constructed around these sites. It presents a critical view of how public monuments shape collective memory and identity in a society recovering from conflict. The film premiered in the Wavelengths section of the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival and had its international premiere at the 69th Berlin International Film Festival. It was acquired for Canadian distribution by Game Theory Films, indicating its significance in contemporary discussions about memorialization and public history.

Why Watch

  • •See how Bosnia's history attracts ideological tourists.
  • •Find out about public monuments and their impact.
  • •Meet director Igor Drljaca's unique perspective.

Did You Know

•The film premiered at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival.
•It had its international premiere at the 69th Berlin International Film Festival.
•The documentary has a runtime of 92 minutes.
•The film is produced in multiple languages: English, Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian.

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Bosnian historyCultural tourismPublic memorialization