Ederlezi Time Of The Gypsies Goran Bregoviд‡ Emir Kusturica Apr 2026

: The song serves as a central emotional anchor for the film, specifically during a dreamlike river celebration scene.

The song "" and the film Time of the Gypsies (1988) represent a landmark collaboration between director Emir Kusturica and composer Goran Bregović . Together, they brought Romani culture and Balkan musical traditions to international acclaim. The Song: "Ederlezi" : The song serves as a central emotional

"Ederlezi" is a traditional folk song of the Romani people in the Balkans. While Goran Bregović is often associated with it, he arranged the version used in the film, which was famously performed by Macedonian singer . The Song: "Ederlezi" "Ederlezi" is a traditional folk

: The title refers to the Romani festival of Ederlezi , which celebrates the arrival of spring. It coincides with the Feast of Saint George ( Đurđevdan ) on May 6th. It coincides with the Feast of Saint George

Directed by Emir Kusturica, this 1988 Yugoslav production (originally titled Dom za vešanje ) is a pioneer of in European cinema.

: Beyond the film, the song gained further fame when it appeared in the 2006 movie Borat , despite having no authentic connection to Kazakh culture. The Film: Time of the Gypsies