Balkan Express 2
TV series made as an extended version of an eponymous feature film. A quintet of small-time crooks that works under disguise of a musical band become the supporters of Partisan resistance movement in WW2. Being forced to escape to another part of the occupied territory, they hide in "Marlene Saloon" forgetting that the bordellos of the kind are an ideal place for espionage during the war. They get more problems than peace and rest and the tragicomedy starts.
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Plot Summary
In this sequel to the popular 1983 film, a group of ambitious but bumbling entrepreneurs attempts to profit from the chaos of World War II by creating a traveling cinema. Their efforts to entertain the masses, however, frequently lead them into perilous situations and comedic mishaps as they navigate the war-torn landscape of Yugoslavia and encounter various factions and opportunistic characters.
Critical Reception
Balkan Express 2 is generally considered a worthy successor to the original, praised for its continued blend of humor and commentary on the absurdity of war. While some critics noted it didn't quite recapture the same spark as the first film, it was still lauded for its witty dialogue, strong performances, and satirical edge.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its continued satirical look at wartime.
- Appreciated for its comedic timing and character interactions.
- Seen as a solid follow-up, though perhaps less groundbreaking than the original.
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Fun Fact
The film's director, Slobodan Sijan, also directed the critically acclaimed 1980 film 'Who's Singing Over There?', another popular Yugoslavian dark comedy.
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