Predrag Antonijević

An embodiment of Serbian cinematic flair, Predrag Antonijević was born in 1959 in Smederevo, Serbia. Launching his directorial career in the mid-1980s, Antonijević's work predominantly spans across the genres of drama and war, with his most acclaimed films being "Savior" and "Dara of Jasenovac". Although not a regular awardee at major film festivals, his film "Dara of Jasenovac" was selected as the Serbian entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards. Antonijević's cinematic style is characterized by its gritty realism, emotional depth, and unflinching portrayal of historical events. In a more personal tone, Predrag Antonijević is a director who never shies away from the dark corners of history, bringing them to light with an unwavering intensity and profound compassion.