- “Eastern Plays” (2009): Directed by Kamen Kalev, this Bulgarian drama explores the lives of two brothers against a backdrop of Sofia’s urban landscape.
- “Zift” (2008): A neo-noir crime film set in Sofia during the 1960s, blending black comedy, suspense, and elements of Bulgarian history.
- “The World Is Big and Salvation Lurks around the Corner” (2008): This heartwarming drama follows the journey of a Bulgarian man as he rediscovers his roots and embarks on a trip from Germany to Sofia.
- “The Lesson” (2014): A Bulgarian drama-thriller that reflects social issues through the story of a teacher pushed to her limits by her unruly students in Sofia.
- “Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” (2011): While not entirely set in Sofia, a significant action sequence in this Tom Cruise-led film was shot in the city, specifically at Sofia Central Station.
- “Yatagan” (1986): A Bulgarian historical drama set in Sofia during the late 19th century, portraying the clash between traditional Bulgarian lifestyle and the modern influences of the time.
- “The World Is Big and Salvation Lurks around the Corner” (2008): This internationally acclaimed Bulgarian film tells the story of a man who regains his memory and embarks on a road trip from Germany to Sofia.
- “TILT” (2011): A thriller directed by Viktor Chouchkov Jr., depicting an intense evening in Sofia as several characters’ lives intertwine.
- “The Prosecutor, the Defender, the Father, and His Son” (2015): A thought-provoking Bulgarian drama based on true events, focusing on a high-profile murder trial that takes place in Sofia.
- “Sofia’s Last Ambulance” (2012): A documentary film that provides an intimate look at the daily challenges faced by medical professionals working for Sofia’s emergency ambulance service.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Sofia
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