Dom za vesanje (1988)
AKA Time of the Gypsies
Directed by Emir Kusturica
Written by Emir Kusturica and Gordan Mihic
Cinematography by Vilko Filac
Original Music by Goran Bregovic
Starring Davor Dujmovic, Bora Todorovic, Ljubica Adzovic, Husnija Hasimovic, Sinolicka Trpkova, Zabit Memedov, Elvira Sali, Suada Karisik
Criticker
<250 rankings
Collections: They Shoot Pictures 1,000 Greatest Films (2008 revision) (moderated by Scottathon), Cannes 1989 Official Selection (moderated by djross), Milan (moderated by Moribunny), Coming Of Age (moderated by Spunkie), Romani / Gypsy (moderated by djross), boobs (moderated by Pickpocket), International Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers (moderated by PeaceAnarchy)
Synopsis
In this luminous tale set in the area around Sarajevo and in Italy, Perhan, an engaging young Romany (gypsy) with telekinetic powers, is seduced by the quick-cash world of petty crime, which threatens to destroy him and those he loves.
Awards
Best Director - 1989 Cannes Film Festival
Best Foreign Film - 1991 Guldbage Awards
Nominated for Best Foreign Film - 1990 Cesar Awards
Nominated for Best Actor (Davor Dujimovic) - 1989 European Film Awards
Reviews
"Ever since I watched Time of the Gypsies I've been trying to put into words inside my head what it is that's so special about it, but the more I try the less I succeed. It's such a perfect mix of absurdity, comedy, tragedy, symbolism and every emotion known to man, that I can honestly say that I've never seen anything else like it."
- Magb
"My God, what a magnificent film. Very few films are as emotional and engaging as this is; Kusturica is a fucking genius with a deep love for the world and it's cultures, and it shows. He takes the best elements of western and eastern cinema and culture to create 'Time of the Gypsies', a truly eternal masterpiece about love, fate, crime, revenge, and so much more... Kusturica takes us on an emotional ride like no other, digging deep into the roots of our souls."
- KGB
"A powerhouse of a film, exploring a world you've never seen before. It should dig its way to every person's emotional core, drawing sympathy towards the main character aswell. Perhan has to learn everything the hard way, being plagued at the same time by the aftermath of leaving the people he loves behind. Truly one of the best characters ever put on film. A hymn to life, "Time of the Gypsies" is one fucking compellling film !!! Mesmerizing music aswell (lol, Borat)..."
- frederic_g54oc
"One of the best movies I have seen ever. Heartwarming and heartbreaking, fascinating, musical and magical, at times gut-bustingly funny. Supported by a remarkable cast of personalities, at the center of which is Perhan. He's the most compelling character I've seen in a long time, and watching him develop throughout the film is a cinematic experience as fulfilling as any other."
- FitFortDanga
Where to Obtain
Karagarga, Amazon
