My Own Private War
Synopsis
Sarajevo born filmmaker revisits her most traumatic period in life. What happens when collective trauma enters a family? A story told from the personal point of view of the filmmaker who experienced the war in many layers: intimate, family related, as a mother and a daughter, as a professional, as a world citizen who tries to understand odds of nationalism and hatred. Is there any wisdom gained from what one has observed and encountered? Lidija’s film confronts us with challenging questions. What is left of each of us once we got displaced? What happens to a family long after a war is over? Can one ensure that their children don’t have to carry their burden? In this very personal documentary, the director makes an inner journey through her memories, places and people she loves as she tries to leave her past behind her.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lidija Zelovic
- Original Title
- My Own Private War
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lidija Zelovic
Department Leadership Roster
Lidija Zelovic
Director
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What is My Own Private War about?
Sarajevo born filmmaker revisits her most traumatic period in life. What happens when collective trauma enters a family? A story told from the personal point of view of the filmmaker who experienced the war in many layers: intimate, family related, as a mother and a daughter, as a professional, as a world citizen who tries to understand odds of nationalism and hatred. Is there any wisdom gained from what one has observed and encountered? Lidija’s film confronts us with challenging questions. What is left of each of us once we got displaced? What happens to a family long after a war is over? Can one ensure that their children don’t have to carry their burden? In this very personal documentary, the director makes an inner journey through her memories, places and people she loves as she tries to leave her past behind her.
Who directed My Own Private War?
My Own Private War was directed by Lidija Zelovic.
Who stars in My Own Private War?
The principal cast of My Own Private War includes Not specified.
When was My Own Private War released and how long is it?
My Own Private War was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 57m.