In 37 BC, a young Illyrian named Volsus joins a Roman unit whose encounters with local, supposedly subjugated Illyrian tribes turn its seemingly simple task of collecting taxes into a perilous journey full of unexpected twists. Through the eyes of the youngster, regarded by the Romans as a primitive barbarian, we see an archaic, emotional world of quaint and brutal laws and traditions, not all that different from our own.
Illyricvm Illyricvm
Through the eyes of a young Illyrian, a Croatian director shows an ancient world of brutality not all that different from our own.
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The Innocent L'Innocent
Louis Garrel
Wednesday, 29. 03. 2023 / 16:30 / Main Hall
The French director and actor Louis Garrel packs his family memories into an imaginative, playful, and highly entertaining blend of crime, romance, and comedy.
Loving Highsmith Loving Highsmith
Eva Vitija
Wednesday, 29. 03. 2023 / 17:45 / Small Hall
A unique look at the life of celebrated American author Patricia Highsmith based on her diaries and notebooks and the intimate reflections of her lovers, friends and family.
The Line La ligne
Ursula Meier
Wednesday, 29. 03. 2023 / 18:45 / Main Hall
Much like its explosive protagonist, the film often changes mood while the director Ursula Meier is very skilful at shattering stereotypes about violence committed by women. The Line saw its world première at this year’s Berlinale.