Kinopravda Institute is a factory of ideas exploring the various horizons of cinematic arts in the 21st century. Through a multidisciplinary program that operates along the axis of research-curation the Institute develops and presents creative work for audiences both offline and online. Kinopravda Institute is an independent initiative of the Vlada Petrić Foundation, based in Belgrade, Serbia and operating internationally.

Kinopravda Institute derives its name from the film series by legendary Soviet filmmaker and theorist Dziga Vertov. KINOPRAVDA is a double-homage, also to Vlada Petrić who was Henry Luce Chair of Cinema at Harvard University, and whose namesake foundation provides support for the Institute. Petrić’s book Constructivism in Film is the defining English-language monograph on Vertov’s life and work.

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Vlada Petrić

Biography

The life and work of Vlada Petrić, Henry Luce Chair of Cinema at Harvard University and co-founder of the Harvard Film Archive.

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Bibliography

Books, essays and articles written by Vlada Petrić.

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Filmography

Films, videos and television programs directed by Vlada Petrić.

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Želimir Žilnik’s Powerful Cinema Now Available for Distribution

February 17 2025

We are excited to announce that works by the acclaimed filmmaker Želimir Žilnik have become part of our distribution roster. Known for his socially engaged cinema, Žilnik’s films offer compelling insights into contemporary social realities.

A master of blending documentary and fiction, Žilnik often features non-professional actors in his cinematic creations, giving voice to lived experiences. The films by Žilnik which we have on offer for distribution were specially commissioned by renowned art institutions, two of which – Kunsthalle Wien and Centre Pompidou – have hosted career retrospectives dedicated to the artist.

Adding to his impressive body of work, Žilnik’s newest film was premiered at the prestigious Berlinale Film Festival on 14 February. This most recent exploration of contemporary social issues promises to continue his legacy of impactful and thought-provoking cinema.

For more about the artist’s works in our program, check out our distribution page. If you want to bring Žilnik’s unique cinematic vision to your audience, you can contact us here for distribution inquiries → [email protected]