(2022) is a chilling documentary that delves into one of the most disturbing and long-hidden allegations of the Bosnian War: the existence of "human-hunting safaris". Directed by Slovenian filmmaker Miran Zupanič , the film reveals claims that wealthy foreigners paid high fees to shoot at civilians from sniper positions during the Siege of Sarajevo (1992–1996). The Core Allegation: "Sniper Tourism"
: Alleged participants included individuals from Italy, Russia, Canada, and the United States. Production and Evidence
The documentary posits that while the Bosnian Serb Army (VRS), mercenaries, and volunteers were the primary combatants, a clandestine group of "tourists" participated for sport. According to witness testimonies: Sarajevo.Safari.2022.1080p.HDTV.x264.-ExYuSubs-
: Participants reportedly traveled from Western Europe to Belgrade, then were transported via military helicopters to Pale and onto sniper positions overlooking the city.
: Almost all footage used was captured by the production team (led by producer Franci Zajc) during the war in 1993 and 1994. Controversy and Legal Fallout (2022) is a chilling documentary that delves into
: A primary source is a former Slovenian intelligence agent who claimed to have witnessed these "safaris" while working for an American agency.
: The film features heartbreaking interviews with victims, including a couple whose infant daughter was killed by a sniper. Production and Evidence The documentary posits that while
: Officials from Republika Srpska and Serb veteran groups labeled the film "propaganda" and "heinous lies". The mayor of East Sarajevo even filed a criminal complaint against Zupanič.