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2005104 minGdocumentary

When Musicians Shock

2005104 minGdocumentary

Each of the two parts contains 14 stories about Croatian popular music that once shocked the public.

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Dubravko Jagatić

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Each of the two parts contains 14 stories about Croatian popular music that once shocked the public.

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Dubravko Jagatićdirector

Dubravko Jagatićwriter

Darko Rundekcast

Predrag Kraljević 'Kralj'cast

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Croatian popular music has a history marked by controversy and public intrigue. "When Musicians Shock," released in 2005, presents 28 stories divided into two 52-minute segments. Each story, averaging 3.5 minutes, focuses on significant moments and figures in the genre that stirred public attention. The film captures the provocative nature of these musical narratives, revealing how artists challenged societal norms and expectations through their work.

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