Cinematography: Zivko Zalar
The best movies, series, and documentaries with cinematography by Zivko Zalar. Explore visually stunning titles that highlight an exceptional filmmaking.
Titles found: 24
Deja vu
1987 · Movie · 102 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Goran Markovic
Cast Mustafa Nadarevic · Anica Dobra · Milorad Mandic · Bogdan Diklic
Synopsis Deja vu (1987) revolves around a troubled piano instructor, Mihailo, portrayed by Mustafa Nadarevic, who grapples with his reality through a romantic relationship with a hardworking but impoverished woman, Olgica, played by Anica Dobra. Mihailo's life is profoundly affected by...
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94 votes
6.8
94 votes
6.7
31 votes
Balkan Express
1983 · Movie · 102 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Branko Baletic
Cast Dragan Nikolic · Bora Todorovic · Tanja Boskovic · Velimir 'Bata' Zivojinovic
Synopsis Balkan Express (1983) follows a motley crew of small-time crooks who devise a plan to earn quick cash by posing as a musical ensemble in the midst of Nazi-occupied Serbia. Their journey is filled with unexpected twists and turns as...
6.7
35 votes
6.7
35 votes
Marshal Tito's Spirit
1999 · Movie · 97 min. · Croatia
Direction Vinko Bresan
Cast Boris Buzanicic · Drazen Kuhn · Ilija Ivezic · Ivo Gregurević
Synopsis Marshal Tito's Spirit (1999) unfolds in a quaint island community where whispers circulate about the spectral presence of the late Marshal Tito. Veterans of World War II, known as partisans, interpret this as a sign that their time to serve...
6.7
69 votes
6.7
69 votes
National Class Category Up to 785 ccm
1979 · Movie · 105 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Goran Markovic
Cast Dragan Nikolic · Bogdan Diklic · Gorica Popovic · Rade Markovic
Synopsis National Class Category Up to 785 ccm (1979) follows the journey of Brana Mitrovic, also known as Floyd, portrayed by Dragan Nikolic. Floyd is a 27-year-old part-time race car driver who relies on his parents for support, giving the impression...
6.4
43 votes
6.4
43 votes
Bravo maestro
1978 · Movie · 99 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Rajko Grlic
Cast Rade Serbedzija · Aleksandar Bercek · Bozidar Boban · Mladen Budiscak
Synopsis Bravo maestro (1978) delves into the life of Vitomir Bezjak, a distinguished figure in Zagreb's cultural and social circles, renowned for his musical compositions. The narrative revolves around his magnum opus, which has been eagerly anticipated by the public for...
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Moj ata, socialisticni kulak
1987 · Movie · 100 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Matjaz Klopcic
Cast Polde Bibic · Milena Zupancic · Ivo Ban · Urska Hlebec
Synopsis Moj ata, socialisticni kulak (1987) is set in the year 1945, as the Second World War concludes and soldiers from the disbanded army begin to return to their homes. However, Joze Malek's family—his wife Mimika and their children Tincek and...
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Three for Happiness
1985 · Movie · 100 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Rajko Grlic
Cast Miki Manojlovic · Mira Furlan · Bogdan Diklic · Vanja Drach
Synopsis Three for Happiness (1985) follows the story of a charming factory worker who develops feelings for a former convict. Complicating matters, the ex-convict is still deeply in love with his ex-wife. As the narrative unfolds, the love triangle expands, leading...
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Nesto izmedju
1982 · Movie · 105 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Srdjan Karanovic
Cast Caris Corfman · Miki Manojlovic · Dragan Nikolic · Zorka Manojlovic
Synopsis Nesto izmedju (1982) follows the journey of a woman from the United States who travels to Belgrade to reconnect with an old acquaintance. Amidst the unique cultural blend of the West and East, she finds herself drawn into a complex...
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Special Education
1977 · Movie · 110 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Goran Markovic
Cast Slavko Stimac · Bekim Fehmiu · Ljubisa Samardzic · Aleksandar Bercek
Synopsis Special Education (1977) chronicles the journey of Pera 'Trta', a charming young petty thief from a small town near Belgrade. After his mother, who was involved in soliciting, is sent to a mental institution, Pera is placed under the care...
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Fragrance of Wild Flowers
1977 · Movie · 106 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Srdjan Karanovic
Cast Ljuba Tadic · Aleksandar Bercek · Olga Spiridonovic · Sonja Divac
Synopsis Fragrance of Wild Flowers (1977) follows the journey of a television actor and his companion, a barge captain, who impulsively leave their ordinary lives behind. Unfazed by the presence of a television news crew documenting their actions, they find a...
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It Isn't Easy to Get Along With Men
1985 · Movie · 92 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Mihailo Vukobratovic
Cast Milena Dravic · Ljubisa Samardzic · Ana Simic · Branka Katic
Synopsis It Isn't Easy to Get Along With Men (1985) follows the journey of a recently divorced woman and her teenage daughters as they embark on a summer vacation by the sea. Their trip is filled with a mix of romantic...
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Local Vampire
2011 · Movie · 90 min. · Montenegro
Direction Branko Baletic
Cast Stela Cetkovic · Gordana Gadzic · Zana Gardasevic · Ivana Mrvaljevic
Synopsis Local Vampire (2011) is a romantic comedy filled with hilarious twists and unexpected turns, centering around a young man who employs inventive strategies to evade his gambling debts, leading to a whirlwind of chaos in his small lakeside community. When...
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Secret Ingredient
1988 · Movie · 89 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Slobodan Sijan
Cast Rick Rossovich · Catherine Hicks · Gary Kroeger · Dara Calenic
Synopsis Secret Ingredient (1988) follows the journey of a prosperous American who is on a mission to discover the ultimate brandy. His pursuit leads him to encounter a group of mischievous monks with a penchant for petty crime. Along the way,...
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How the War Started on My Island
1996 · Movie · 97 min. · Croatia
Direction Vinko Bresan
Cast Vlatko Dulic · Ljubomir Kerekes · Ivan Brkic · Predrag 'Predjo' Vusovic
Synopsis How the War Started on My Island (1996) is a comedic drama that delves into the chaotic events unfolding at a Yugoslav army outpost situated on a picturesque Adriatic island. The narrative unfolds during the pivotal moment when Croatia announces...
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Look at Me Unfaithful (TV)
1974 · Movie · 39 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Srdjan Karanovic
Cast Slavica Backovic · Borivoje Bajcetic · Milun Gacanovic · Ana Keta
Synopsis Look at Me Unfaithful (TV) (1974) presents a gripping tale of love, hatred, passion, and crime in a small Serbian village, captured in a documentary style. The narrative unfolds through captivating music and intriguing characters, revealing both the beauty and...
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Ums Paradies betrogen (TV)
2005 · Movie · 180 min. · Germany
Direction Stefan Bartmann
Cast Suzan Anbeh · Pascal Bertram · Craig Braun · Reiner Schöne
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Beloved Love
1977 · Movie · 100 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Dejan Karaklajic
Cast Milena Dravic · Ljubisa Samardzic · Milivoje Tomic · Predrag Bolpacic
Synopsis Beloved Love (1977) follows the story of the Trajkovic family, who are renowned bridge-builders. Due to their profession, they frequently relocate, which poses a significant challenge for 17-year-old Budimir. The constant moving disrupts his romantic pursuits, unlike his peers who...
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Strawberry in the Throat
1985 · Movie · 84 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Srdjan Karanovic
Cast Aleksandar Bercek · Branko Cvejic · Miki Manojlovic · Bogdan Diklic
Synopsis Strawberry in the Throat (1985) delves into the lives of middle-aged men grappling with unfulfilled dreams and the lingering regrets of their youth. The narrative unfolds over a single, chaotic night of intoxication, revealing the darker aspects of these men's...
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Whichever Way the Ball Bounces
1974 · Movie · 89 min. · Yugoslavia
Direction Rajko Grlic
Cast Mladen Budiscak · Jagoda Kaloper · Srecko Pticek · Slobodan Sembera
Synopsis Whichever Way the Ball Bounces (1974) follows the journey of Budilica, a 25-year-old laborer who abruptly quits his job one morning, seeking to escape the monotony of his daily routine. Accompanied by his girlfriend Jagoda, a student from an affluent...
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