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The Professional

The Professional

7,6 /10 (46 Votes)
2003 SR 104 min

Overview

Till recently a University professor, a bohemian writer, a member of Belgrade's intellectual circles and a passionate opponent of the Milosevic's regime meets the man, unknown to him, but who knows every tiny detail of his life. Man tells him a story and plot unfolds unimaginably.

Release date

21/05/2003

Votes

46

Popularity

0.3

Genres

Status

Released

Original title

Profesionalac

Language

SR

Runtime

104 min

Budget

$460,761

Original Soundtrack

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deepkino

deepkino

2025-09-14

Profesionalac (The Professional) is a stark and brutal black comedy that has earned its status as a cult film in Serbian cinema. The film is celebrated for its razor-sharp, darkly humorous dialogue, much of which has become deeply embedded in the local vernacular. Its power lies in its unflinching portrayal of a society in moral and economic decay, where absurdity and tragedy are intertwined. The protagonist's world-weary philosophy and memorable monologues critique the post-socialist transition, resonating with audiences who lived through the era. While its technical execution is consid…

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