The Eighth Session
Osma sednica: Rađanje vođe i Rat drugova
Synopsis
A gripping two-part TV documentary about the political struggle that changed the course of Serbia and Yugoslavia. Through rare archival footage, live broadcasts from the historic Eighth Session of the Serbian Communist Party in 1987, and testimonies from key participants more than 30 years later, the series examines the rise of Slobodan Milošević and his dramatic split with mentor and ally Ivan Stambolić. Why did Stambolić insist that Milošević succeed him as leader of the Serbian communists? How did the Kosovo crisis, internal Party conflicts, and a series of explosive events push Yugoslavia toward a historic turning point? Featuring politicians, journalists, and historians who witnessed the events firsthand, the series reveals the ambitions, betrayals, and power struggles behind one of the most consequential moments in modern Balkan history.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Svetlana Janićijević
- Screenplay & Story
- Svetlana Janićijević
- Original Title
- Osma sednica: Rađanje vođe i Rat drugova
- Country of Origin
- Serbia
- Spoken Languages
- Serbian
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- RTS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Svetlana Janićijević
Svetlana Janićijević
Dragica Barović
Department Leadership Roster
Svetlana Janićijević
Writer
Svetlana Janićijević
Director
Dragica Barović
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Eighth Session
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What is The Eighth Session about?
A gripping two-part TV documentary about the political struggle that changed the course of Serbia and Yugoslavia. Through rare archival footage, live broadcasts from the historic Eighth Session of the Serbian Communist Party in 1987, and testimonies from key participants more than 30 years later, the series examines the rise of Slobodan Milošević and his dramatic split with mentor and ally Ivan Stambolić. Why did Stambolić insist that Milošević succeed him as leader of the Serbian communists? How did the Kosovo crisis, internal Party conflicts, and a series of explosive events push Yugoslavia toward a historic turning point? Featuring politicians, journalists, and historians who witnessed the events firsthand, the series reveals the ambitions, betrayals, and power struggles behind one of the most consequential moments in modern Balkan history.
Who directed The Eighth Session?
The Eighth Session was directed by Svetlana Janićijević.
Who stars in The Eighth Session?
The principal cast of The Eighth Session includes Slobodan Milošević, Ivan Stambolić.
When was The Eighth Session released and how long is it?
The Eighth Session was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.