- “Casino Royale” (2006) – It is the 21st James Bond film that features Montenegro’s beautiful coastal city of Budva and its comfortable Casino Royale.
- “The November Man” (2014) – This action thriller starring Pierce Brosnan is set in various locations, including Montenegro’s capital city, Podgorica.
- “In the Land of Blood and Honey” (2011) – Directed by Angelina Jolie, this war drama unfolds against the backdrop of the Bosnian War, which also includes scenes shot in Montenegro.
- “The Adventurers” (2017) – A Hong Kong action film that showcases some of Montenegro’s landscapes and landmarks, such as the Bay of Kotor.
- “Montevideo, God Bless You!” (2010) – This sports drama follows the journey of the Yugoslav national soccer team as they participate in the inaugural FIFA World Cup in 1930, prominently featuring Montenegro’s capital city, Podgorica.
- “The Mountain Wreath” (Gorski vijenac) by Petar II Petrović-Njegoš: This epic poem written in the 19th century is considered one of the most significant works in Montenegrin literature. It takes place in the historical region of Montenegro, focusing on the conflict between the Montenegrins and the Ottomans.
- “Broken April” (Prilli i thyer) by Ismail Kadare: Although the majority of this novel is set in Albania, parts of it take place in Montenegro. It explores the ancient Albanian tradition of blood feuds and the impact they have on the lives of the characters involved.
- “The Bridge on the Drina” (Na Drini ćuprija) by Ivo Andrić: This renowned novel by the Nobel laureate tells the story of the Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge in Višegrad, Bosnia and Herzegovina, which was once part of the Ottoman Empire and is near the Montenegrin border. The novel vividly portrays the region’s turbulent history.
- “The Ninth Circle” (Deveti krug) by Veselin Marković: This crime novel is set in Montenegro and follows the investigation of a murder committed on the outskirts of the country’s capital, Podgorica. It offers a glimpse into contemporary Montenegrin society and its challenges.
- “Montenegro: A Novel” by Starling Lawrence: This novel is not only set in Montenegro but is also titled after the country. It takes place amidst the backdrop of political intrigue during the late 19th century and early 20th century. The story explores themes of power, love, and betrayal.
WANDERLIST: Montenegro in books and on film
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