Private Project

The Hammer

A man trying to lift up a hammer.

  • Nikola Krulj
    Director
  • Nikola Krulj
    Writer
  • Nikola Krulj
    Producer
  • Aleksandar Čekrlija
    Key Cast
    "Thor"
  • Viktor Vranješ
    Light
  • Nikola Krulj
    Editor
  • Nikola Krulj
    Cinematography
  • Nikola Krulj
    Art Direction
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Suspense, Drama, Mythology
  • Runtime:
    2 minutes 28 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 22, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Country of Filming:
    Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Akademija Umjetnosti Banja Luka
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Lift-Off First Time Filmmaker Festival
    London
    United Kingdom
    May 15, 2023
    World Premiere
    Public Choice Award Winner
  • SWIFF
    New York
    United States
    June 18, 2023
    World Premiere
    Best Super Short Film Finalist
  • Lift-Off First Time Filmmaker Festival
    London
    United Kingdom
    May 15, 2023
    World Premiere
    Best Film Finalist
  • Cultural Center House of Milanovic
    Banjaluka
    Bosnia and Herzegovina
    September 24, 2024
    Official Selection
  • SKC Banjaluka
    Banjaluka
    Bosnia and Herzegovina
    February 5, 2025
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Nikola Krulj

Nikola Krulj is a young artist and filmmaker. Hailing from a town in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Nikola has a passion for the arts, and has chosen to pursue his love for filmmaking through his studies as an art student.
Nikola's dedication and hard work are evident in his short films, which he writes, directs, and edits himself. One of his most notable works is "The Hammer", which showcases his unique vision and artistic sensibility.

Awards:
1 Win
(Lift-Off First Time Filmmaker - Public Choice Award 2023)
2 Nominations
(SWIFF Best Super Short Film 2023
Lift-Off First Time Filmmaker - Best Film 2023)

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