Eighty Plus - ENFF

• Date: 06 November
• Time: 20:30
• Location: Filmhuis Den Haag

In this gently comic and deeply human film, Stevan, an elderly jazz pianist, defies expectations of old age in the Balkans. Instead of simply preparing to die and leave his assets to the family, he enjoys romance, jam sessions with friends, and even hot air balloon rides, all while confronting the greed and corruption that took root during his absence. Žilnik’s documentary-style approach, blending actors and non-actors, captures the generational gap and the echoes of a complex history – from the Austro-Hungarian era to post-socialist Serbia. With warmth and humour, the film celebrates the right of elderly people to live fully while reflecting on the struggles of ordinary people across generations and political regimes in Serbia. Embracing melodrama with nostalgic overtones and evocative musical moments, Žilnik is offering a comic yet profound look on life.

The screening will be followed by Q&A with the director Želimir Žilnik and producer Sarita Matijević Žilnik.

Eastern Neighbors Film Festival 2025
Discover more about the Eastern Neighbours Film Festival – where cinema from Eastern and Southeastern Europe takes centre stage. From 5 to 9 November 2025, explore the full line-up of films, events, and special guests featured in this year’s edition at Filmhuis Den Haag.

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