The Battles of Simeon the Student

The Battles of Simeon the Student

1999 · 71 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama, TV Movie

Thematically diverse stories written by Petar Kocic are bond by the thread, creating the basis for a dramatic story of the events surrounding the student Simeun. In the foreground there's a summary of Simeun's features, some patriotic, but some arrogant as well. These Simeun's actions are manifesto of the complexity of his nature, acting like a tyrant and patriot who displays bravery for the sake of freedom of his people.

Directed by Petar Zec · Written by Петар Кочић

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