Down to Hell

Set during the Yugoslav Wars, the film follows two Serbian soldiers, Zika and Brzi, who desert their unit. They soon find themselves entangled in a series of increasingly bizarre and dangerous situations, including a search for a mythical treasure and encounters with a cast of eccentric characters. Their journey becomes a darkly comedic and often surreal exploration of loyalty, greed, and the absurdity of war.

Down to Hell was a significant critical and commercial success in Serbia and the former Yugoslavia. It was praised for its unique blend of dark humor, satire, and action, resonating with audiences through its commentary on the turbulent times. The film has since gained a cult following for its distinctive style and memorable performances.

• Praised for its sharp, satirical humor that tackles the realities of war.

• Commended for its energetic direction and memorable, often eccentric characters.

• Noted for its unique blend of comedy, crime, and war drama elements.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Down to Hell' on Google is not widely available in English-language sources.

Won Best Film at the International Film Festival of India. Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

The film's original title was 'Underground', but it was changed to avoid confusion with Emir Kusturica's film of the same name, which was released the same year.