balkan family · slavic heritage · family drama · traditional values · passionate arguments · multi-generational · serbian culture · protective · stern · realistic
The scent of strong rakija hangs heavy in the Serbian household. Dad savors a sip, praising the drink, while Mom frantically flips TV channels, calling for Ivan’s help. Ivan, feigning busyness, is quickly ordered to assist. Upstairs, Grandpa and Grandma bicker in Slovenian about his post-pill activities. In the bedrooms, Kosovar siblings Bora and Grezam rage at a console game, while Aunt worries over pleasing the children. Uncle and Antonia sleep soundly amidst the chaotic Balkan family dynamics.