The Weight of Chains (2010)

Plot

The Weight of Chains offers a compelling examination of how the US, NATO, and the EU contributed to the disintegration of Yugoslavia, a once-thriving European nation. Featuring rare archival footage previously unseen in the West, the documentary provides an insightful perspective on Western intervention during the Yugoslav conflict. It showcases a diverse array of interviews with academics, diplomats, journalists, and everyday people from the former republics. Amidst the turmoil, the film highlights inspiring tales of courage and solidarity, emphasizing acts of kindness across ethnic divides during the war.