The internet hype for Srdjan Spasojevic‘s A Serbian Film hasn’t been so kind, especially when it comes to the topic of child pornography. To say the film is controversial would be a MASSIVE understatement. It has been released in other parts of the world for all to try to enjoy and now it’s arriving in the US next month (in theatres and on VOD) with an edited version that pushes the boundaries of the NC-17 MPAA rating.
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There is no need to write a finale for this review. There is no way Project_blu would dare summarize this film in as few words. A Serbian Film is simply a work of art, a brilliant analogy that, unfortunately, will cause viewers to be upset at what is shown on screen, rather than the plight of the people it analogizes. Approach at caution, and don't blame Project-Blu. No matter what you do, view it or not, don't blame me. This review is for the UK version but the US version is coming out later this year.
... but being a big opposer to censorship, I do know I wouldn't purchase a censored version of the movie either, so in that sense it's a shame they decided to cut it up.
The movie is a masterpiece. The best of its kind. I highly doubt their will ever be a movie like this again.
This film is disgusting...period.
I don't care WHAT message it "metaphorically" makes, its a sick, sick film and does not deserve to see the light of day.
It's a great movie. And while it will be vilified by the media and others it's not as bad as they make it out to be.
I kept thinking it was like something a young and angry Cronenberg could have made today. Not to everyone’s taste, but that's kind of the point...
CPC:
Ever since A Serbian Film hit the film circuit, it has received a good amount of attention for its controversial content. From graphic depictions of rape to necrophilia and pedophilia, A Serbian Film is one of those art films that leaves some praising its genius and others appalled by its tasteless themes just used for shock value.
The depravity of this movie sickens me. I'll be passing on this.
Oh and Welcome back JL. Good to see you back in action.
Thanks.
And I dont mind depravity. I can be a twisted guy. I only have a problem when its a poorly done movie just for shock value. Like Human Centipede or whatever. That movie was horrible.
I don't mind totally fucked up movies either but this one has a scene that's beyond shock value and has absolutely need to be in any movie. Human Centipede didn't bother me in the least - I actually found it to be a nice change of pace over what's been coming out in recent years in the horror genre. To me this movie just wants to make people say WTF just for the sake of saying they did it.
I like the concept of this movie but the one scene I'm speaking about is disgusting and will ultimately lose me as an audience.
Okay first of all this is just a movie. And yes very disturbing and disgusting. BUT you should check out the interview by the director. Many have questioned his movie but he came out and said that he was born in war torn Serbia and seen some unbearable things. This movie came from anger in him. The scene that you're talking about Crazay is saying that he was raped of his innocence at a young age.
Yes a very graphic and disturbing movie, but also a movie with a lot of feeling with real anger behind it.
This movie is one of the best I seen in its genre and probably the best that will ever come. Movies of true stories actually disturb me more like The Girl Next Door.
And Martyrs, while a great movie also, is a cartoon compared to this.
I watched this the other day and it's a walk in the park compared to what the internet has to offer. Nothing really phases me anymore.
If you watch this movie than you are supporting trash.