Train Driver's Diary

Amidst the ever-progressing wave of political correctness, it's a genuine pleasure for me to indulge in some Balkan cinema. Here, local filmmakers still refuse to hold back, infusing their work with distinctive humor and a healthy dose of cynicism. This Serbo-Croatian film delivered exactly what I was hoping for. Right from the opening lines: "My dad and I, we've killed fifty-three people. Forty men and thirteen women. Together with grandpa, we've killed 66 people," I knew this film was made for me. And it truly was. Though I did feel the plot lost its momentum at times, I had a blast thanks not only to the excellent humor but also the humanity that the Balkans consistently convey in their films. / Lesson learned: Timetables should be respected. 5*- (24/05/2022)

I have never given much credit to Serbian cinema, but Train Driver's Diary is an example of cinematography that can tell interesting stories in a specific way, where the humor comes to the fore, which is quite black at times, which is beautifully shown in the film's point. That's exactly what you'll love about Train Driver's Diary. (19/03/2018)

A substantial tragicomedy soaked in the Balkans so much that it seems impossible to saturate it further. The specific black humor gives the story from the railway environment an unmistakable mark of humanity and cheerfulness, although the plot quite often turns to serious issues closely related to death and guilt. An immensely refreshing film distinguished by excellent writing and direction under the baton of Miloš Radovič, who is perfectly aided by mischievous Balkan music and the acting prowess of Lazar Ristovski. (85%) (20/02/2021)