The Kolaborator
15 minutes /
Ages 13+ /
2007 /
United States of America /
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During the conflict in the Balkans, a young soldier is forced to choose between his own life and the life of an old friend.
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Chris Bessounian
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Based on a true story, "The Kolaborator", follows Goran, 24, a promising young soccer player who becomes a soldier as the war in Bosnia begins. Goran's life transitions from one of a talented athlete to that of an executioner, virtually overnight.
Following orders, Goran lines up civilians, shoots them and drags them into mass graves. Justifying his role as a protector of his people, Goran becomes increasingly detached from the task until his soccer coach, Assim, is led in front of him.
As a familiar face stands defeated before him, Goran must reconsider his actions and choose between his own life and that of his friend.
Cast
Milicia: Jagoda SpoljaricLjube: Marko Malic
Assim: Jerry Hoffman
Sergeant Djuro: Blas Kisic
Aleksandra: Elizabeth Clemmons
Goran: Mark Simich
Crew
Cinematographer: Shawn GriceProduction Designer: Owen Hansen
Editor: Mannix Rickenbacher
Sound Design: Ty Higgins
Music: Paul Bolotin
Armorer: Howard Coleman
Music: Dig Lewis
Angelus Awards Student Film Festival -- Best Screenplay (Nominated)
Seattle International Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
AFI Fest -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Philafilm - Philadelphia International Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Newport Beach Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
BAFTA/LA Student Film Festival -- Best Short (Nominated)
Woods Hole Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
São Paulo International Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Waterfront Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Santa Cruz Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
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Berlin Interfilm Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
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New York Short Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Marbella International Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Shnit Film Festival, Switzerland -- Official Selection (Nominated)
St. Kilda Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Big Bear Lake Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Global Peace Film Festival (Orlando) -- Official Selection (Nominated)
ARPA International Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Cape Fear Independent Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
Zanzibar International Film Festival -- Official Selection (Nominated)
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4 months, 3 weeks ago
This is a very solid short. The depth of the story is impressive given the runtime. This is a must watch on IndieFlix.
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4 months, 3 weeks ago
A chilling vision of the evil that resides in mankind. Beautifully shot and fantastic performances from the main cast. Definitely worth the 15 minutes.
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4 months, 3 weeks ago
This is a real gem! I'm glad that I stumbled across it. It is touching and very hard to watch, but a well developed short. Beautiful.