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Grbavica Review (2006) — 81% Celluloid Score

Directed by Jasmila Žbanić · 2006 ·

Short answer

Is Grbavica worth watching?

Yes. Grbavica (2006) earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (94%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (82%). See the 4 inputs.

81%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

94% Editorial Rating
82% Audience snapshot · excluded
82 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.7
7.2 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 30m
Age rating
15 (South Korea)
Cast
Mirjana Karanović , Luna Mijović , Leon Lučev , Kenan Ćatić , Jasna Beri , Dejan Aćimović , Bogdan Diklić , Ermin Bravo , Semka Sokolović-Bertok , Emir Hadžihafizbegović
Language
Bosnian

Also known as Grbavica. El secreto de Esma Sarajevo, mon amour Esmas Geheimnis – Grbavica Em Segredo 그르바비차 格巴维察 旅行之歌 Esma'nın Sırrı

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (94/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (82%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (82/100).
  • Celluloid Score 81% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, history pick
  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Grbavica worth watching?

    Yes — Grbavica earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, history pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    Grbavica: The Land of My Dreams — Golden Bear at Berlinale 2006. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (94%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (82%).

    What is Grbavica about?

    A woman and her daughter struggle to make their way through the aftermath of the Balkan war.

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    Grbavica: frequently asked questions

    Is Grbavica worth watching?

    Yes. Grbavica (2006) has a Celluloid Score of 81%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    How long is Grbavica?

    Grbavica runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

    What is Grbavica rated?

    Grbavica is rated 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Grbavica?

    Grbavica is directed by Jasmila Žbanić and stars Mirjana Karanović, Luna Mijović, Leon Lučev, Kenan Ćatić, Jasna Beri.

    What is the Metascore for Grbavica?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Grbavica is 82 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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