The Republic of Užice

The Republic of Užice

1974 · 170 min · ★ 5.7 · War

In 1941, a few months after German tanks forced Yugoslav Royal Army to capitulate, organized resistance is turning into massive uprising against occupying forces. Partisans, led by the Communist party, manage to chase Germans from huge territory later known as the Uzice Republic. However, forces loyal to King have some other ideas.

Directed by Žika Mitrović · Written by Ana Marija Car

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