Books

  • 1. Café Europa: Life After Communism (Slavenka Drakulić)

    This collection of essays by Croatian author Slavenka Drakulić explores the social and cultural changes in Zagreb and Eastern Europe after the fall of communism. It provides an insightful perspective on the city's transformation and the challenges faced by its residents.

  • 2. Girl at War (Sara Nović)

    Set in Zagreb during the Yugoslav Wars of the 1990s, this novel follows the journey of a young girl named Ana, who is caught up in the conflict. It offers a poignant portrayal of the city during a turbulent period in its history.

  • 3. Zagreb Noir (edited by Ivan Sršen)

    This anthology brings together a collection of short stories by Croatian writers, set against the backdrop of Zagreb. It explores the city's dark and mysterious side, delving into themes of crime, corruption, and urban life.

Movies

  • 1. Mali (2018)

    Directed by Antonio Nuić, "Mali" is a Croatian film that tells the story of a drug dealer recently released from prison and fighting for the custody of his son.

  • 2. The Show Must Go On (2010)

    Directed by Nevio Marasović, this comedy-drama follows a fictional reality show. During the show, a war starts, but the producer will do anything to hide it from the contestants.

  • 3. One Song A Day Takes Mischief Away (1970)

    "Tko pjeva zlo ne misli” in the original, this is a classic Croatian film. It is a musical comedy from 1970, set in Zagreb in the 1930s, that follows the lives of the residents of a tenement building, capturing the spirit of the city in a bygone era.