Ivan Kraljević

Croatian virtuoso of the macabre, Ivan Kraljević, was born in 1975 in Zadar, Croatia. Primarily active from the mid-2000s, Kraljević is known for his chilling horror and suspense films, with "The Curse of Valburga" standing out as his most notorious work. Although not a regular at major film festivals, his unique blend of Balkan folklore and modern horror tropes has garnered a cult following, setting him apart in the world of indie cinema. Ivan Kraljević is a master of his craft, fearlessly delving into the dark corners of human psyche and the supernatural, with a distinctly Croatian twist.