When We Were Them
Synopsis
Surrounded by minefields and destruction from the Bosnian war and not welcome by everyone, thousands of migrants are still stranded in the northern part of the war-torn country. Their flimsy tents set up in the woods or abandoned socialist era buildings offer no protection from the harsh Bosnian winter. The food, clothes, firewood and communication are problems but nothing compared to the serious and constant violation of basic human rights these migrants are subjected to on a daily basis. In this visually driven film, Danis Tanovic and Damir Sagolj show the brutality and inhumanity of the everlasting story of people "on the move" trying to reach the EU, where they are hoping for a better life.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Damir Šagolj, Danis Tanović
- Screenplay & Story
- Danis Tanović, Damir Šagolj
- Original Score
- Danis Tanović
- Original Title
- When We Were Them
- Country of Origin
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Spoken Languages
- Bosnian
- Runtime
- 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Damir Šagolj, Danis Tanović
Danis Tanović, Damir Šagolj
Danis Tanović
Damir Šagolj, Danis Tanović
Redžinald Šimek
Department Leadership Roster
Damir Šagolj
Director
Danis Tanović
Director
Danis Tanović
Writer
Damir Šagolj
Writer
Damir Šagolj
Director of Photography
Danis Tanović
Director of Photography
Redžinald Šimek
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for When We Were Them.
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Frequently Asked Questions About When We Were Them
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is When We Were Them about?
Surrounded by minefields and destruction from the Bosnian war and not welcome by everyone, thousands of migrants are still stranded in the northern part of the war-torn country. Their flimsy tents set up in the woods or abandoned socialist era buildings offer no protection from the harsh Bosnian winter. The food, clothes, firewood and communication are problems but nothing compared to the serious and constant violation of basic human rights these migrants are subjected to on a daily basis. In this visually driven film, Danis Tanovic and Damir Sagolj show the brutality and inhumanity of the everlasting story of people "on the move" trying to reach the EU, where they are hoping for a better life.
Who directed When We Were Them?
When We Were Them was directed by Damir Šagolj, Danis Tanović.
Who stars in When We Were Them?
The principal cast of When We Were Them includes Not specified.
When was When We Were Them released and how long is it?
When We Were Them was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for When We Were Them?
The original motion picture soundtrack for When We Were Them was composed by Danis Tanović.