Film
Dida
A documentary story about life and its values
Nikola Ilić and Corina Schwingruber Ilić documentary about a family torn between Serbia and Switzerland.
- Sunday, March 20, 2022 · 08:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Kino Rex, Bern
About the show
DIDA tells the story of Nikola Ilić, who left his homeland in Serbia some fifteen years ago and followed his heart to Switzerland. He moved away from his grandmother and mother, with whom he had grown up. His mother could never live alone, so he and his grandmother cared for her. But when his grandmother grew old and suddenly died, Nikola was increasingly needed in his old homeland. He felt torn between responsibility and independence, duty and freedom, Serbia and Switzerland. He faced more and more cultural and moral dilemmas. The collaboration with his wife and co-director Corina Schwingruber Ilić is particularly important for DIDA, because their two perspectives reflect two different cultural viewpoints.
About the venue
Kino Rex
Schwanengasse 9 · 3011 Bern
Kino Rex is a traditional art-house cinema in Bern, in the old town near Zeughausgasse and Schwanengasse. Known for its auteur and festival programme, with multiple screens and a foyer café.
- Central Bern — near Bundesplatz and Bern Hauptbahnhof.
- Foyer bar and café open before and after screenings.
- The film screened in multiple Swiss cinemas.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
HELSE is a Swiss cultural association that fosters exchange between Switzerland and Serbia. Through theatre, film, music, stand-up and children's workshops we build cultural bridges — alive, inspiring and open to everyone.
Our programme is diverse: theatre performances, film screenings, stand-up comedy, concerts, readings, seminars and children's workshops.
Events run year-round — the current schedule lives in the Events section.
Tickets are sold online via each event's page and, for some programmes, at the door before the show. HELSE members receive discounts on selected events.
Membership is open to anyone who wants to support the association. The annual fee is CHF 70, with reduced rates for students and pensioners.
Sign up via the Membership page — for any additional questions, write to info@helse.ch.
Our address is Zurichstrasse 167, 8057 Zürich. The venue is well connected by public transport; specific event locations are always listed with the schedule.