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The Professional

Till recently a University professor, a bohemian writer, a member of Belgrade's intellectual circles and a passionate opponent of the Milosevic's regime meets the man, unknown to him, but who knows every tiny detail of his life. Man tells him a story and plot unfolds unimaginably.

Top Cast

  • Borivoje Todorović

    Borivoje Todorović

    Luka Laban

  • Branislav Lečić

    Branislav Lečić

    Teodor Kraj

  • Nataša Ninković

    Nataša Ninković

    Marta

  • Dragan Jovanović

    Dragan Jovanović

    Gipsani

  • Josif Tatić

    Josif Tatić

    Maki

  • Miodrag 'Miki' Krstović

    Miodrag 'Miki' Krstović

    Jovan Petrović

  • Renata Ulmanski

    Renata Ulmanski

    Tejina majka

  • Gorica Popović

    Gorica Popović

    Novinarka

  • Aljoša Vučković

    Aljoša Vučković

    Kelner

Overview

Till recently a University professor, a bohemian writer, a member of Belgrade's intellectual circles and a passionate opponent of the Milosevic's regime meets the man, unknown to him, but who knows every tiny detail of his life. Man tells him a story and plot unfolds unimaginably.

Rating

7.6 / 10
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1 Reviews

  • deepkino
    deepkino
    Sep 14, 2025

    Profesionalac (The Professional) is a stark and brutal black comedy that has earned its status as a cult film in Serbian cinema. The film is celebrated for its razor-sharp, darkly humorous dialogue, much of which has become deeply embedded in the local vernacular. Its power lies in its unflinching portrayal of a society in moral and economic decay, where absurdity and tragedy are intertwined. The protagonist's world-weary philosophy and memorable monologues critique the post-socialist transition, resonating with audiences who lived through the era. While its technical execution is considered rough by some, this almost documentary-like rawness enhances the film's authentic and oppressive atmosphere. It is not a glamorous thriller but a cynical, character-driven story that reflects a specific time and place with painful accuracy.

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