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The Partisan Necropolis

The Partisan Necropolis

Synopsis

In the divided town of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, a once renowned National Monument and cemetery honouring young WWII partisan fighters is being destroyed by neo-fascist forces. While most of the town dismiss it as a relic of communism and an enemy monument, a small group of determined relatives embark on a poignant quest to preserve their loved ones’ memories amid the ruins.
Official Selection Sarajevo Film Festival 2025

Details

Year
2025
Type of project
Features
Running time
75 min
Format
4K
Director
Chris Leslie 1st Feature
Producer
Chris Leslie
Co-Producer
Aljazerra Balkans
Editor
Geri Toth
Director of Photography
Oggi Tomic

Genre

History Human Rights War

Categories

Documentary

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Journey Film Productions

2 Seton Terrace
Glasgow
G31 2HU

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