Film Studies - Verbum Libere

What Do Croatian Reviews Say About Svadba, the Record-Breaking Balkan Comedy?

The record-breaking comedy Svadba by Igor Šeregi sparked debate among critics and audiences. This article examines Croatian reviews, audience reactions, and the film’s portrayal of post-Yugoslav identity and generational tensions.

Domestic Violence in Cinema: What Two 2023 Films Reveal About Marriage and Power

Two powerful films from 2023 – Samo kad se smijem and C'è ancora domani reveal how gender roles, domestic violence and power shape marriage across different historical periods.

Why Is Bridgerton So Addictive?

Both are set in 19th-century England. They depict the lives of aristocrats. One is the contemporary TV series Bridgerton; the other is the 19th-century novelist Jane Austen.

Will Young Sherlock be faithful to Doyle's Sherlock?

Is Sherlock Holmes the same detective in books and on screen? From Jeremy Brett to Robert Downey Jr. and the BBC series, this analysis explores which adaptation remains most faithful to Conan Doyle. And what to expect from Young Sherlock. Read below.

Star Wars Might Be More Relevant Than Ever Before

Star Wars teaches us an important message: it is easy to manipulate people when they are afraid or insecure, and bad things happen when good people compromise. There is more to Star Wars. To find out how the trilogies resonate with today’s political climate, read on.

Was Will Byers’ Coming-Out Scene in Stranger Things Historically Accurate?

Coming out in a room full of people could have been dangerous in the 1980s. Read on to see just how risky it would have been for Will to come out publicly.