The end of 2021 is approaching in the Croatian capital. Karlo (33) lives in his mother’s apartment in the centre, works from home and occasionally hangs out with friends. It’s Not Cold for Mosquitoes premiered in the student competition of the Sarajevo Film Festival. The Checkers audience is already familiar with the film’s co-director Josip […]

Nena recently started working as a school assistant to seven-year-old Dejan, who has a learning disability. It’s one of Nena’s first grown-up jobs and Dejan is a tough cookie, so every moment presents a new challenge for both of them. Things look pretty bleak until a fluffy white friend comes to visit.

When Marijana’s dominant father falls seriously ill, she takes over his role as the head of the family, taking care of her irresponsible mother and mentally disabled older brother. The new power hierarchy allows her to explore her sexuality and inner strength, giving her a taste of freedom.