The Load (Teret)

Misa Stankovic? – That's me.

You're new? – Yes.

Take this. – What is it?

In case you need it.

There's a couple of rules you must follow.

Once you start driving, there's no stopping.

Avoid traffic and don't attract any attention.

And the money? – Once the job is done.

They said there'll be more money this time.

Stefanovic, this is your second time? - Third.

Ask about the money once you arrive,

you know I don't have that info.

You must be at the destination at 9 pm sharp.

Are we clear?

Hey, it's me. How are you?

What did they bomb?

So, everything is all right?

When is your checkup?

You're getting the results at 4 pm?

Yeah I'm fine.

Still down south, but moving out soon.

No, I didn't ask.

You know I'm not allowed to.

I'll call you later.

Okay, bye.

THE LOAD

Anyone know a different route to Belgrade?

Belgrade? – Yeah.

Follow the shoreline, then turn right and keep going straight.

This way, and then right?

No, it's also blocked there. Just go left...

... and take the old mountain road.

Thanks.

You smoke? – Huh?

You smoke?

I haven't got any. – But I do, that's why I'm asking.

Gimme ten.

Twelve? – No, ten.

How much? – 10 dinars.

Thanks.

I know the way to Belgrade.

If you give me a ride, I'll show you.

Some other time, kid.

So?

Where is he?

I'm sorry.

I fucked up.

Can I get in? I'm freezing.

Get in.

You can put the bag in the back. – No, this is good.

It's pointless, NATO is jamming the signal with their satellites.

Do you have a cigarette?

While the Sutjeska's waters flow, 1943 - 1958

Try harder, it's very old.

Harder, harder.

Where'd you get it?

My old man gave it to me.

Wanna listen? – What's that?

My band.

You're good. – Thank you.

What's your band's name?

We haven't got a name anymore...

... we broke up.

The guitar player moved to Novi Sad to study.

Way it goes, I guess.

Which way now?

Left or right?

I'm not quite sure...

Get out.

Where am I supposed to go? – Out!

You're not from around here, are you?

I'm from Pancevo.

You?

I'm from here.

Actually, no I'm not. I'm from Belgrade...

... but we moved here after I finished grade school.

Dad got relocated.

Where does he work?

Nowhere, he's retired.

He was in the Yugoslav Army, so we moved a lot.

Old school, huh?

Yeah, very old school...

My dad is too. Well, was.

Those were different times.

Wait here, I'll be back in a minute.

Yes?

Anyone know the way to Belgrade?

Lost your way, huh?

No, the bridge is blocked. – Since when?

Dunno, there's a fire there.

Then you'll have to take the old road to Belgrade.

So, you go this way...

We are here, and that's the old road.

Just keep going straight...

... till you reach a big tree.

Once there, you go left, and you'll soon reach the road.

So, straight till the tree...

... then left, and that's about it?

Yeah. Just ask around if you get lost.

Got a phone in here?

Nah, they cut off my phone a few weeks ago.

Wanna drink something? – Some other time.

There's a motel down the road.

I guess their phone should work.

Thank you. – Bye.

When in Need – Use It Again

The Battle of Popina 1941

Give it to me.

What's written on it?

While the Sutjeska's waters flow, 1943 - 1958.

What does that mean?

I don't know.

I'm sorry. I had to take a piss.

Why are you going to Belgrade?

I'm going to Germany actually. Munich.

How old are you?

I'll be 19 in December.

19, huh?

At your age I was already married.

Those were different times.

And you? – What about me?

Girlfriend? Family?

None.

Just my old man.

And my mom, but she doesn't live with us anymore.

And what does your father think about you leaving?

I'm sure he worries. I know I would.

My kid is only 16,

but he's taller than both of us.

Short break.

Get me a coffee and some water, I'll be there in a bit. - Okay.

Hey, it's me.

Did you go?

Are the results good?

Great, great.

So everything is all right?

I'm halfway there. What are you doing now?

I'm about to do that too. Me and a colleague.

Don't worry, I'll be home by ten.

10 pm, of course, don't worry.

I can't hear you, speak louder.

I'll be there by ten, bye!

... like a wounded bird

Like dawn without its sun

like a wounded bird

Oh my darling, why aren’t you here?

All my dreams

are filled with sadness

Oh where are you, my love?

I am left but a broken rose

Like dawn without its sun

like a wounded bird

Like dawn without its sun

like a wounded bird

Smile for the camera.

I'm off to the toilet. Drink up and let's go.

Oh my darling, why aren’t you here?

All my dreams

are filled with sadness

Oh where are you, my love?

I am left but a broken rose

Sutjeska, 1975

Come on, one for the newlyweds!

No.

This one's for the best man.

You fucking with me, kid?! Just drink!

Is there a problem?

Yes there is! The kid won't toast the newlyweds.

Cheers!

Cheers!

Somewhere out there our fortune lies sleeping

perhaps even true love

let us hold hands

and depart in loving embrace

Take me away from here

to where the nights are young

and where there is hope for us still

take me away from here

Take me away from here

to where the nights are young

and where there is justice for us,

take me away from here

You stole it? – Here you go.

Wow, dude!

Can I try?

What did you say your name was again?

Paja.

Vlada.

How long have you been driving?

About two weeks.

Ever since the bombing started.

It's temporary, until I find a proper job.

I used to work at the old Utva Factory.

You heard of Utva? – No.

They shut it down.

One has to earn a living somehow.

Well okay, but why this?

I got a truck driving licence when I was a kid.

My father talked me into it.

He said it's always good to have something on the side.