Faruk Šabanović

Renowned for his unique storytelling, Faruk Šabanović was born in 1954 in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He was active as a film director predominantly from the 1980s, focusing primarily on animation and short films with his most famous works including "The Siege" and "The Sarajevo Turtle". Despite not garnering awards at major film festivals, his films are widely recognized for their deeply touching narrative and unique portrayal of War and post-War themes. Faruk Šabanović's films, brimming with soul and resilience, paint a vivid picture of a part of history that should never be forgotten.