When the Dead Start Singing
Originally released in 1998. When the Dead Start Singing is a comedy/drama film. directed by Krsto Papić.
Starring Ivo Gregurević, Ivica Vidović, and Mirjana Majurec
Synopsis
At the beginning of 1990s, two Croatian emigrants, economically minded Cinco and politically minded Marinko, arrive in Croatia from Germany, homesick for their families and hometowns. In order to get a German pension, Cinco pretends to be dead and travels in a coffin. Soon, Marinko joins him because he is running away from an old agent of the Yugoslav State Security Service. On their trip in a motor hearse, Cinco and Marinko face many adventures, which culminate when they are stopped at Serbian barricades close to their destination.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 29, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
HR
Original language
Country
Croatia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HR
Production Companies
- Hrvatska Radiotelevizija
- Jadran Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When the Dead Start Singing about?
At the beginning of 1990s, two Croatian emigrants, economically minded Cinco and politically minded Marinko, arrive in Croatia from Germany, homesick for their families and hometowns. In order to g...
Who directed When the Dead Start Singing?
When the Dead Start Singing was directed by Krsto Papić.
How long is When the Dead Start Singing?
When the Dead Start Singing has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was When the Dead Start Singing released?
When the Dead Start Singing was released on July 29, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When the Dead Start Singing?
The main cast of When the Dead Start Singing includes Ivo Gregurević, Ivica Vidović, Mirjana Majurec, Ksenija Pajić, Matija Prskalo.