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Deep Dive: The Tower (2019)

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The Tower
The documentary focuses on Agrokor, the largest privately owned company in Croatia, and its significant role in the Croatian economy. It is headquartered in the Cibona Tower, a symbol of past achievements from the late socialist period. The film examines the company's decline, revealing that in 2017, Agrokor faced business problems with losses amounting to billions. The film questions the collusion between politics and economy, probing who is responsible for Agrokor's breakdown. It notes that the Agrokor sign is no longer displayed on the Cibona Tower, marking a stark contrast to its previous status as a symbol of success.

Why Watch

  • •See the rise and fall of Agrokor in Croatia.
  • •Find out about the billion-dollar losses in 2017.
  • •Meet the Cibona Tower, a symbol of Croatian achievements.

Did You Know

•Agrokor is the largest privately owned company in Croatia.
•In 2017, Agrokor's losses amounted to billions.
•The Cibona Tower is known as the Dražen Petrović House.
•Agrokor's sign is no longer on the Cibona Tower.

Perfect For

Croatian economyCorporate failuresPolitical collusion