Underground

The film Underground (1995) is a surreal and epic drama directed by Emir Kusturica. It chronicles the history of Yugoslavia through the story of two friends, one a partisan fighter and the other a black marketeer, from World War II through the Yugoslav Wars. The film is known for its chaotic energy, dark humor, and vivid portrayal of the disintegration of a nation.12

Underground is considered a significant work of underground film, a genre characterized by its artistic expression outside the commercial film industry, often featuring greater freedom in form, technique, and content. Kusturica's films, including Underground, are noted for their depiction of the private face of Yugoslavia's history and for expressing deep sympathies for people from the margins of society.312