Krsto Papić, born in 1933 in Vučji Do, Montenegro, was a pivotal figure in Croatian cinema, known for his contributions to the New Wave movement. As both director and writer of The Rat Savior (1976), Papić delves into themes of power and morality, reflecting the socio-political climate of his time. His work often faced scrutiny from authorities, highlighting the tension between artistic expression and political censorship. Papić's films resonate within the context of cult cinema, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of human nature.
The Rat Savior
A poor writer discovers that a species of rats has banded together to impersonate humans and supplant them unnoticed, in a manner reminiscent of the transformations in Eugene Ionesco's Rhinoceros, or the covert conspiracy of pod-people in The Invasion of the Body Snatchers. This film's story is based on a book by the Soviet writer Alexander Grin.
