The Mission:
Between the distortion of memory and the urgency of the archive. Stari Lav Films documents the women of the Croatian Spring—confronting the erasure of the past to secure the truth for the future.
IN PRODUCTION 2026
Daughters of the Diaspora
Finding the Women of the Croatian Spring
Synopsis:
This film features the untold stories of women from the Croatian Spring. Stories of erasure, repression, and resistance are captured by Julienne Bušić who relives her famous leaflet-throwing off a skyscraper in Zagreb. Tuga Tarle talks of life as a member of the diaspora and her participation in the student movement. Snježana Veselica reveals an intergenerational story of her father, and Dubravka Oraić Tolić shares her insights into a time that rocked the nation. Join me, Vera Zoričić, as I chronicle my journey to find the women of the Croatian Spring.
We are currently fundraising for this film.
All donations go directly toward making this film.
Donations go towards filming, video editing, archival footage, permit fees, and equipment.
Thank you for helping to bring this project to life!
How to Honour a Springer
If you would like to honour a member of the Croatian Spring in the credits, please email info@starilavfilms.com. While donations are appreciated, you do not need to donate to honour members of the Croatian Spring in the credits.
