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Quo Vadis, Aida?
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Steady, emotionally heavy drama with a balanced watch profile. Best if a civilian-centred historical drama.
76.5/100
TMDB RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
Bosnia, July 1995. Aida is a translator for the UN in the small town of Srebrenica. When the Serbian army takes over the town, her family is among the thousands of citizens looking for shelter in the UN camp. As an insider to the negotiations Aida has access to crucial information that she needs to interpret. What is at the horizon for her family and people – rescue or death? Which move should she take?
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TMDB RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTBosnia, July 1995. Aida is a translator for the UN in the small town of Srebrenica. When the Serbian army takes over the town, her family is among the thousands of cit…
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Release snapshot for Quo Vadis, Aida?.
MoviHero lists February 26, 2021 as the release date for Quo Vadis, Aida?. Jasmila Žbanić is the listed director. The listed cast includes Jasna Đuričić as Aïda Selmanagić, Izudin Bajrović as Nihad, Boris Ler as Hamdija, Dino Bajrović as Sejo. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateFebruary 26, 2021
GenresDrama · History · War
Runtime1h 44m
DirectorJasmila Žbanić
CastJasna Đuričić as Aïda Selmanagić, Izudin Bajrović as Nihad, Boris Ler as Hamdija, Dino Bajrović as Sejo
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
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Quo Vadis, Aida? runs 1h 44m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 5/10: a middle-ground pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 6/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 8/10, suggesting a stronger emotional experience. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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TMDB: 76.5/100 (7.645/10) from 500 votes. Updated Oct 13, 2026.
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MOVIHERO EDITORIAL
Should you watch Quo Vadis, Aida??
A UN interpreter tries to protect her family as Bosnian Serb forces enter Srebrenica. Quo Vadis, Aida? keeps the focus on her attempts to obtain answers and safety amid a rapidly closing set of options.
WHY THIS MIGHT BE FOR YOU
01A UN interpreter tries to protect her family as Bosnian Serb forces enter Srebrenica
02a civilian-centred historical drama
03a tense story built around protection, access, and trust
QUICK DECISION GUIDE
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01Pacing5/10
02Emotional Impact8/10
03Mind-Bending2/10
04Scary1/10
05Violence7/10
06Rewatchability5/10
PERFECT IF
01a civilian-centred historical drama
02a tense story built around protection, access, and trust
THINK TWICE IF
01you are avoiding genocide and family separation
02you want a comforting watch
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Pacing5/10
Emotional Impact8/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence7/10
Rewatchability5/10
Attention Required6/10
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