Don't Be Silly

Young Eva chats with her Yugoslav friend Joca over a glass of wine about everything that connects their countries. Eva’s grandmother recalled her sojourns in Dalmatia and her romantic affair with the local Mario for her whole life. Eva soon begins to behave coldly to her Czech friend.

Directed by Srđan Karanović, Don't Be Silly leans on a strong ensemble — Marcela Nohýnková, Vladimír Matějček, Goran Marković — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1969.