The Consul of Nowhereland

A short-form character documentary following the charismatic ambassador for Yugoslavia: a nation that long longer exists.

Winner of Samizdat Audience Award 2024

What the jury had to say:

'Upon first encounter, the film enchanted us with its valiant balance between a nostalgic, humorous portrait and a terrifying commentary on the sense of post-socialist futurelessness. Director Alex Milic approaches his character with exceptional delicacy, all while preserving the narrative’s critical edge. This film is a brilliant example of how collective traumas and historical memories can be translated for audiences outside the original context, with respect and loyalty to the story and care for the spectator.'

  • Alex Milic
    Director
  • Ellis Parry
    Director of Photography
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Web / New Media
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 45 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 2, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    200 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Montenegro, United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    Montenegro
  • Language:
    English, Serbian
  • Shooting Format:
    digital, Super8
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director - Alex Milic