The Perfect Circle

  • November 4, 2023 / 15:00
  • November 10, 2023 / 19:00

Director: Ademir Kenović
Cast: Mustafa Nadarević, Almedin Leleta, Almir Podgorica, Josip Pejaković
Bosnia and Herzegovina, France, 1997, 110', DCP, color
Bosnian with Turkish subtitles

During the war, Hamza, who sent his wife and child away from Sarajevo, crosses paths with two siblings who survived the massacre in their village. While trying to help the children who came to Sarajevo to search for their aunt, Hamza strives to protect himself and the children from the horrifying events in the city. The Perfect Circle, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, was honored with a special award in tribute to the journalist and film historian François Chalais.

Psychologist Meral Erten will present a film discussion after the screening on November 10th.

Free admissions. Drop in, no reservations.

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