Following the Chants
Ignacio Bañon Leal, Manas Krishna | Serbia (Požega) | 2023 | 14 min

Synopsys:
A heartfelt coming-of-age documentary that delves into the life of 17-year-old Mihajlo, a resident of the quaint town of Pozega. The film intimately captures his quest to uncover his true calling in a world brimming with possibilities.
Amid the scenic backdrop of Pozega, Mihajlo grapples with the age-old question of what he wants to pursue in life. As he navigates the crossroads of adolescence, he seeks guidance from an unexpected source: his former technology teacher, who reveals an unconventional passion for birds. Through candid conversations and insightful reflections, Mihajlo learns about his teacher’s own journey of self-discovery and how he came to nurture his unique fascination.
Credits:
Directing: Ignacio Bañon Leal, Manas Krishna
Cinematography: Manas Krishna
Editing: Tai Inbar
Sound Recording: Ignacio Bañon Leal
Sound Design: Ignacio Bañon Leal
Production manager: Tara Milošević
Executive producer: Predrag Živković
Producer: Dejan Petrović
Production: IFC Filmart