Luka Laban
Borivoje Todorović
Luka Laban
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.
Cast
Teodor Kraj
Branislav Lečić
Teodor Kraj
Marta
Nataša Ninković
Marta
Gipsani
Dragan Jovanović
Gipsani
Maki
Josif Tatić
Maki
Jovan Petrović
Miodrag 'Miki' Krstović
Jovan Petrović
Tejina majka
Renata Ulmanski
Tejina majka
Novinarka
Gorica Popović
Novinarka
Kelner
Aljoša Vučković
Kelner
Tejin otac
Stole Novaković
Tejin otac
Tihi ludak
Sergej Trifunović
Tihi ludak
Šef orkestra
Momčilo Bajagić 'Bajaga'
Šef orkestra
Reviews
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 considered rough by some, this almost documentary-like rawness enhances the film's authentic and oppressive atmosphere. It is not a glamorous thriller but a cynical, character-driven story that reflects a specific time and place with painful accuracy.
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