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Maternal Half-Brothers (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1988, Maternal Half-Brothers is a drama film directed by Zdravko Šotra, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. This story about two maternal half-brothers, a Croat and a Serb. Although they never met, and both lose their loved ones in ethnic clashes, there is a bond between them. Filmed in 1988, it prophetically forsees the war that would engulf former Yugoslavia three years later.

Who’s in it. Maternal Half-Brothers stars Žarko Laušević as Braco Gavran, Mira Furlan as Vranka, Slavko Štimac as Veselin and Goran Visnjic as Ustaša terorista, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Maternal Half-Brothers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maternal Half-Brothers page.

If you liked it. Fans of Maternal Half-Brothers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Maternal Half-Brothers (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maternal Half-Brothers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Maternal Half-Brothers worth watching?
Maternal Half-Brothers holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Maternal Half-Brothers?
Maternal Half-Brothers stars Žarko Laušević, Mira Furlan, Slavko Štimac, Goran Visnjic and Sonja Savić.
When was Maternal Half-Brothers released?
Maternal Half-Brothers was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.