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Croatian → Culture → Arts and Entertainment

As a language teacher, I believe that understanding a country's culture and society is just as important as learning its language rules. In this lesson, we will explore Croatian culture through the lens of arts and entertainment. By the end of this lesson, you will learn about Croatian cinema, music, literature, and art. You will also be introduced to some of the most prominent Croatian artists, writers, and musicians.

Cinema

Croatia has a relatively small but vibrant film industry. The country has produced some internationally acclaimed films in recent years such as Ognjen Sviličić's 'These Are the Rules' (2014) and Hana Jušić's 'Quit Staring at My Plate' (2016). Croatian cinema has a long history dating back to the 1910s when the first films were produced in what was then part of Austria-Hungary.

Some of the best Croatian films you should watch include:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Sokol Did Not Love Him Sukob Sokol Did Not Love Him
Fine Dead Girls Fine Mrtve Djevojke Fine Dead Girls
Metastases Metastaze Metastases
The High Sun Zvizdan The High Sun
  • One of the most famous Croatian film directors is Vinko Brešan.
  • Croatia hosts several international film festivals, including the Pula Film Festival, held every summer in the historical city of Pula.

Music

Music is an integral part of Croatia's cultural heritage, with a wide range of genres rooted in traditional, folk, classical, and contemporary music. The country has produced world-renowned musicians such as the cellist Ana Rucner, the singer-songwriter Gibonni, and the band 2Cellos.

Here are some popular Croatian musicians and bands you should listen to:

  • Oliver Dragojević
  • Ivo Andrić
  • Darko Rundek
  • Josipa Lisac
  • Prljavo Kazalište
  • Jelena Rozga
  • Edo Maajka
  • Goran Bregović

Croatian music festivals, such as the Dubrovnik Summer Festival and the Split Summer Festival, attract thousands of visitors every year.

Literature

Croatian literature has a rich history and tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. The country has produced notable writers such as August Šenoa, Ivo Andrić, and Miroslav Krleža, who received international recognition for their works. Croatian literature spans several genres, including poetry, fiction, drama, and non-fiction.

Here are some famous Croatian writers and poets:

  • Marin Držić
  • Marko Marulić
  • Ivan Gundulić
  • Miroslav Krleža
  • Antun Gustav Matoš
  • Franjo Tuđman (also a historian and politician)
  • Slavenka Drakulić (an internationally acclaimed writer and journalist)

Art

Croatia has a long and rich tradition of visual arts, with styles and genres ranging from Gothic and Baroque to modern and contemporary art. Croatian artists have produced works that are globally recognized for their creativity, artistic prowess, and cultural significance.

Here are some Croatian artists whose works you should see:

  • Vlaho Bukovac
  • Ivan Meštrović
  • Edo Murtić
  • Vlasta Delimar
  • Stjepan Večković
  • Julije Knifer

Croatia also hosts several art festivals, such as the Zagreb Salon, the Zadar Photography Festival, and the Dubrovnik Art Festival.

Conclusion

In this lesson, we went on a journey that explored Croatian culture through the lens of arts and entertainment. We looked at the country's cinema, music, literature, and art and discovered some of the most prominent artists, musicians, and writers. By learning about Croatian arts and entertainment, you will gain a deeper understanding of the country's culture and heritage, which will undoubtedly enhance your language learning experience.


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