Fabrika ne sme da stane!

Description

Aleksandar Kostić investigates the legacy of a former giant of the Yugoslav chemical industry in the documentary film "Fabrika ne sme da stane!" (2026). Through a vast collection of discovered slides and negatives, Kostić seeks to uncover the experiences of the factory's workers, examining how their memories shape the narrative of a place that has vanished from the physical landscape. The film intertwines personal testimonies with visual documentation, presenting a complex portrait of nostalgia, myth, and trauma. In addition to Kostić's exploration of individual stories, the film also reflects on the broader impact of the factory on the community. It addresses why the factory endures in collective memory as a symbol of lost ideals and shared history. The documentary provides a platform for voices that articulate both pride and sorrow, revealing the multifaceted relationship between the workers and the institution that once defined their lives.