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2016100 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

World War I Art History

Unwanted Heritage

2016100 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Monuments built in the former Yugoslavia between 1945 and 1990 now face abandonment and destruction, losing their connection to the past.

World War I Art History

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Monuments built in the former Yugoslavia between 1945 and 1990 now face abandonment and destruction, losing their connection to the past.

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Irena Škorićdirector

Irena Škorićwriter

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Monuments built in the former Yugoslavia between 1945 and 1990 stand as reminders of World War II battle sites. These structures once attracted school trips and political gatherings, reflecting the collective memory of their creators. Today, many of these monuments face abandonment and destruction. Director Irena Škorić presents their decline and loss of significance. The film addresses cultural preservation and the legacy of war, urging reflection on the value of remembering history.

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