Exile in Sarajevo (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1997, Exile in Sarajevo is a documentary, romance and war film directed by Tahir Cambis, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. This feature length documentary is a personal account of the siege of Sarajevo from the point of view of a Bosnian Australian, Tahir Cambis, who spent the last six months of the war filming the conflict and its effects on the civilian population. The two main subjects in the film are a Sarajevo family whose young daughter is killed a day after she is filmed in a dance competition; and an 8 year old girl, Amira, whose eye witness account of murder and rape becomes a diary of catharsis.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Exile in Sarajevo sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Exile in Sarajevo page.
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- Where can I watch Exile in Sarajevo (1997)?
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- Is Exile in Sarajevo worth watching?
- Exile in Sarajevo holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary, romance and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Exile in Sarajevo released?
- Exile in Sarajevo was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.