When Father Was Away on Business
1985
In a post-WWII Yugoslavia still under Stalinist rule in the 1950s, six-year-old Malik is oblivious as to why his father, Mehmed, has suddenly disappeared. In truth, Mehmed has been sent to a labor camp as punishment for acts of sexual indiscretion involving young girls. Malik's mother, Senija, however, has no answers, and the family must cope in the father's absence.
Director:
Emir Kusturica
Writers:
Abdulah Sidran
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 4 nominations total
Production:
Emir Kusturica
Country:
Yugoslavia
