Serbian Film Festival of Macedonian Cinema: A Three-Day Cultural Event in Belgrade

From November 14 to 16, 2024, film enthusiasts in Belgrade can explore the Serbian Film Festival of Macedonian Cinema—a three-day celebration of Macedonian film, music, and cultural bonds on the Balkans. Audiences can enjoy film screenings, discussions with renowned filmmakers like Tamara Kotevska of Honeyland, musical performances by bands like Pijan Slavej, and regional wine tastings. Hosted at UK Parobrod, the event is a collaboration of Serbian and Macedonian cultural institutions, emphasizing shared heritage and artistic connections.

"Macedonian culture, and particularly Macedonian film and music, are part of a rich heritage, where traditional and modern values intertwine in an exciting way that people in Serbia often feel as their own. This feeling arises not only from a shared socio-political past but also from the artistic ties between these regions, where culture and art serve as a connecting thread throughout the Balkans."

Festival Program

The Macedonian Film Festival will be organized into three segments: film screenings, musical performances, and a cultural-business section.

Day 1 – November 14 (Thursday)

• 19:00 – Film News and screening of Honeyland

  
  

  Discussion with director Tamara Kotevska

  
  

  Cocktail reception with music by Pijan Slavej and tastings of Tikveš wine and Korab Trnica cheeses

Day 2 – November 15 (Friday)

• 17:00 – Master class with Tamara Kotevska

• 19:30 – Film News and screenings of Dae and Tattooing by Stole Popov

Day 3 – November 16 (Saturday)

• 17:00 – Short Films: Northern Pole (Marija Apchevska), Bugs (Igor Ivanov)

• 19:30 – Final screening of Punk’s Not Dead and discussion with director Vladimir Blazhevski, followed by a cocktail with music by Igor Vasilev Novogradska

  
  
  
  

Third Day - November 16 (Saturday)

• 17:00 – Short films, including "Northern Pole" (Marija Apchevska) and "Bubachki" (Igor Ivanov)

• 19:30 – Final screening of "Punk Is Not Dead" and discussion with director Vladimir Blazhevski, followed by a cocktail reception with music by Igor Vasilev Novogradski

Macedonian Music on Stage

The special part of the review is dedicated to Macedonian music, featuring performances by Pijan Slavej and Igor Vasilev Novogradski. These performers will enhance the cultural experience with their authentic musical performances that convey the spirit of Macedonia.

Important Partners and Support

• Supported by the Ministry of Culture of Serbia, the municipality of Stari Grad, the Film Center of Serbia, the Cinematheque of North Macedonia, the Embassy of North Macedonia, and business partners who have made this cultural festival possible.

Location

• The Serbian Review of Macedonian Film will be held at the Cultural Center Parobrod in Belgrade.