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1934 Β· 5m Β· Documentary
A documentary about Croatia's capital aspirations of becoming metropolis. Camera follows everyday life of random city-goers. Title cards bring interesting plot twists, indeed making this film a mockumentary. One of the earliest preserved pieces of cinema in Croatia.
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