The Night of the Crossroads

The Night of the Crossroads

2024 · 30 min · Drama

Nebesa pod Triglavom mirrors the real-life struggles of those forced to escape Slovenia under the threat of death during World War II. Weaving together multiple true stories into a fictional tale, the film revolves around a 13-year-old boy who helps run his family's convenience store in a town overshadowed by the presence of both Italian soldiers and partisans. He experiences his first crush, however, a fateful night shatters his innocence, propelling him into a world of profound choices between seeking revenge and embracing forgiveness.

Directed by Matjaž Feguš · Written by Matjaž Feguš

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