6.1
Landline
2017
The Professional (2003)
May 21, 20031h 44mSR
7.6
44 votes
Overview
Till recently a University professor, a bohemian writer, a member of Belgrade's intellectual circles and a passionate opponent of the Milosevic's regime meets the man, unknown to him, but who knows every tiny detail of his life. Man tells him a story and plot unfolds unimaginably.
Director
Dušan KovačevićWriter
Top Billed Cast
Status
Released
Original Language
Serbian
Budget
$461K
Revenue
N/A
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deepkino
Profesionalac (The Professional) is a stark and brutal black comedy that has earned its status as a cult film in Serbian cinema. The film is celebrated for its razor-sharp, darkly humorous dialogue, much of which has become deeply embedded in the local vernacular. Its power lies in its unflinching portrayal of a society in moral and economic decay, where absurdity and tragedy are intertwined. The protagonist's world-weary philosophy and memorable monologues critique the post-socialist transition, resonating with audiences who lived through the era. While its technical execution is consid…
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