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Black Sun

Original title: Senke nad Balkanom
  • TV Series
  • 2017–2020
  • TV-MA
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
8.8/10
13K
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POPULARITY
2,183
183
Black Sun (2017)
CrimeDramaThriller

A historical fiction drama and thriller set in the turbulent period of the late 1920s in the Balkans as a place where high politics, local interests, capital and crime all merge together.A historical fiction drama and thriller set in the turbulent period of the late 1920s in the Balkans as a place where high politics, local interests, capital and crime all merge together.A historical fiction drama and thriller set in the turbulent period of the late 1920s in the Balkans as a place where high politics, local interests, capital and crime all merge together.

  • Creator
    • Dragan Bjelogrlic
  • Stars
    • Andrija Kuzmanovic
    • Marija Bergam
    • Dragan Bjelogrlic
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.8/10
    13K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,183
    183
    • Creator
      • Dragan Bjelogrlic
    • Stars
      • Andrija Kuzmanovic
      • Marija Bergam
      • Dragan Bjelogrlic
    • 59User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated TV #202
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Andrija Kuzmanovic
    • Stanko Pletikosic
    • 2017–2020
    Marija Bergam
    Marija Bergam
    • Maja Davidovic
    • 2017–2020
    Dragan Bjelogrlic
    Dragan Bjelogrlic
    • Andra Tanasijevic 'Tane'
    • 2017–2020
    Jovana Stojiljkovic
    Jovana Stojiljkovic
    • Bojana Antic
    • 2017–2020
    Nenad Jezdic
    • Milan 'Krojac'
    • 2017–2020
    Gordan Kicic
    Gordan Kicic
    • Alimpije Miric
    • 2017–2020
    Goran Bogdan
    Goran Bogdan
    • Mustafa Golubic
    • 2017–2020
    Aleksandar Gligoric
    • Jordan
    • 2017–2020
    Nebojsa Dugalic
    Nebojsa Dugalic
    • General Zivkovic
    • 2017–2020
    Aleksandar Stojkovic
    • Prso
    • 2017–2020
    Slobodan 'Boda' Ninkovic
    • Zandar Zivojin
    • 2017–2020
    Branimir Brstina
    • Nacelnik Dimitrijevic…
    • 2017–2019
    Marko Zivic
    • Vasilije Trnavac
    • 2017–2020
    Milos Samolov
    • Antonije Milosevic 'Niski'
    • 2017–2020
    Srdjan 'Zika' Todorovic
    Srdjan 'Zika' Todorovic
    • Dr. Babic
    • 2017–2019
    Toni Mihajlovski
    Toni Mihajlovski
    • Hadzi Damjan Arsov
    • 2017–2020
    Petre Arsovski
    • Gazda Kiro
    • 2017–2020
    Vojislav 'Voja' Brajovic
    Vojislav 'Voja' Brajovic
    • Taki Papahagi
    • 2017–2020
    • Creator
      • Dragan Bjelogrlic
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    Reviewers say 'Senke nad Balkanom' is acclaimed for its high production values, compelling narrative, and historical context, drawing comparisons to 'Peaky Blinders' and 'Babylon Berlin'. The series is celebrated for its intricate plot, believable characters, and strong performances, especially by Dragan Bjelogrlic. However, some critics note issues with historical accuracy and excessive profanity. Despite minor flaws, the show is recognized for its ambitious storytelling, detailed costumes, and authentic settings, marking a significant achievement in Serbian television.
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    10minamiletic

    Amazing

    You need to see this show! Great story, great actors, great production. Can't wait for the next season. Must watch!
    9BeneCumb

    My first realised familiarisation with a Serbian series - and dead on target!

    I tend to be an admirer of Scandinavian and British crime series, but from time to time I would like to widen my horizons and find out what other countries can offer in this field... If real events-characters-history included, it is always a plus. And as I have accustomed to read subtitles, I prefer non-dubbing.

    I had read some praising comments on this Series, but I had only very general prior information and no knowledge of Serbian actors at all... But I was able to delve into the events and characters right from the beginning; it was also visible that a lots of skills and funds were spent, and the contrasts of pre-II WW era well captivated. Evidently, there are some controversies and added artistry, but it is no documentary or historical study material, after all.

    As for performances, I found them pleasant at least, with some supporting cast slightly excelling the main one (e.g. Marija Bergam as Maja Davidovic, Gordan Kichic as Alimpije Miric - or perhaps their characters were more versatile), and all representatives of different ethnicities spoke in their respective language - also an elevating factor for me.

    I liked Season 2 a bit more, although a certain twist with a policeman was a bit too much...? Season 3 is underway and I am looking forward to it and the final episode of Season 2 ended in an intriguing manner.

    Anyway, well directed, produced and performed, and the Series could be introduced to many more countries.
    10vuko2002

    Best show on Balkan for sure.

    This is amazing show. I was amazed that something from serbia can be so good. In my opinion its better than all world-popular series like breaking bad, wire, sherlock. My favorite show. Story so dark and misterious, best actors from serbia and good charachterization.
    10branislavnovakovic

    Excellent

    Amazing story from forgotten history of Serbia with thrilling events that occurred after World War I !!!
    10riseofeagle

    Possibly the best TV Show produced in Serbia ever

    Dragan Bjelogrlic did remarkable thing! Almost all characters really lived in those times and had huge influence on historical course of Yugoslavia and Europe as well. From watching the show you can really see that He had put Serbian production on totaly another level. I recommend this to anyone!

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    • Trivia
      Jatagan Mala, one of the main settings of the show, was an actual area of Belgrade that existed between the World Wars. Its name means "Sword Neighborhood" in Turkish. It consisted of illegally built small houses and most of its inhabitants were very poor. It was completely demolished in the 1960s to make space for a highway, colleges and other new buildings.
    • Goofs
      Season two starts on 31st December 1933 and several characters use Zippo lighters, though Zippo was first made in 1936, and the design used in the series was introduced post WWII.

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    • Release date
      • October 22, 2017 (Serbia)
    • Country of origin
      • Serbia
    • Languages
      • Serbian
      • Russian
      • Macedonian
      • German
      • Slovenian
    • Also known as
      • Balkan Shadows
    • Filming locations
      • Bitola, North Macedonia(part of the series)
    • Production companies
      • Cobra Film Department
      • Forgrade
      • RTS
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