Kiss the Future

Kiss the Future is an interesting film about the hope that U2 gave to the citizens of Sarajevo by supporting them throughout the war and organizing a concert 2 years after the Dayton peace agreement was signed.

However the film is written in a way that is trying to make it a "one-size-fits-all" war movie about the Siege of Sarajevo with a slight spinoff into the U2 concert and how much it meant for the Sarajevans in 1997, being a symbol of unity and prosperity after those hard years. In fact the whole "Kiss the Future" optimistic narrative is clustered into the final mi nutes as some sort of a triumph after presenting the viewer with some key data about the Siege of Sarajevo and the stories of people involved.

By trying to appeal to all audiences and present everything in a short amount of time it loses artistic value and sets itself up as a rather sad war drama movie instead of an optimistic historical event movie that saw the community come together and do the impossible just 2 years after the bombing stopped, with parts of the city still in ruins. Hence it feels like a poorly written documentary with badly selected actors that uses emotion and empathy to get good reviews and festival awards, especially after such an ending.

"Kiss the Future" delivering a powerful exploration of the resilience of music amidst the war-torn backdrop of Sarajevo. This poignant masterpiece seamlessly weaves together interviews, archival footage, offering a hauntingly beautiful testament to the indomitable human spirit.

The interviews with musicians and survivors are deeply moving, offering a nuanced perspective on the role of music in the face of adversity. The documentary succeeds in giving a voice to those who found courage and resilience through their art, creating a narrative that is as educational as it is emotionally impactful.

This film not only sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of history but also serves as a testament to the universal language of music that transcends cultural and political divides. "Kiss the Future" is not just a documentary; it's a profound meditation on the enduring power of art to heal and inspire even in the darkest of times.

In an era flooded with documentaries, "Kiss the Future" stands out as a magnum opus that demands attention. Bravo to the entire team for creating a work of art that transcends its genre and leaves an enduring impact on the soul.

This movie captured many nuances of the genocide that occurred in Sarajevo. To see many of the voices and people who tirelessly worked to maintain community in the spotlight during our darkest time is a grace we will not forget. It is one thing to survive, it is another to experience what were some of humanities brightest, most ingenious moments during the darkest time. We consider Kiss the Future as a documentary that is working to preserve the culture of our nation and city; one that examines how important diversity is not just on the surface but deep within the heart of how this city beats.

Look at us being socially and politically conscious rock stars, way back in the nineties. Let's make a documentary about how great we were for playing a concert in Sarajevo when the war was finally over.

I am sorry, but this movie got under my skin the wrong way. First of all the Popmart tour was a disaster, with several concerts not even being sold out, which was a first for U2. It was the worst of the tours in the entire carreer of U2.

This trip to Sarajevo was the only really good thing of that entire tour. Being there must have been exhilirating for the people over there. And if I remember correctly a great short film had already been made about it many years ago...

So I dont really get the point of looking back now with U2 idolizing themselves for being politically correct way back then. I would have far more valued U2 bringing attention to CURRENT political turmoil in the world, but they are playing it safe and sound in Las Vegas these days for petes sake!

This is an incredible story about a tragic point in history and the collaboration of Bill Carter and U2 to force the world to look and see what was happening to Sarajevo. A MUST see!! I was a teenager when this happened, and I only followed it from a periphery at that age. See all of this incredible archival footage brought it all back. It was also incredible that there was so much footage on the people followed through the documentary. It makes the story telling much more real. I left this movie with the renewed belief that 1 person (Bill Carter) CAN move mountains. The director threaded the story perfectly and the interview settings are stunning!