Excursion

During the socialist era of Yugoslavia, a man named Goran decides to take his estranged son, Goran Jr., on a fishing trip as a way to reconnect. However, the trip takes an unexpected turn when the two encounter a series of events that test their strained relationship and force them to confront their past. The journey becomes a metaphor for their attempt to mend their broken bond amidst the backdrop of a changing society.

Excursion received a mixed but generally positive reception, with critics often praising its emotional depth and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some noted its slow pacing, while others found it to be a poignant exploration of father-son relationships and societal transitions.

• Praised for its subtle portrayal of complex familial dynamics.

• Appreciated for its atmospheric setting and thematic resonance.

• Some found the narrative pacing to be too deliberate.

Google audience: Audience reception data for "Excursion (2023)" on Google is not widely available.

The film is the directorial debut of acclaimed Croatian actor Goran Bogdan.