Australian Steve Ravić Films Documentary on Thompson’s Zagreb Concert – Taking on the Media Witch-Hunt!
Imagine this: Australian director Steve Ravić, son of Croatian immigrants, flies all the way from Sydney to Zagreb to film a documentary about Marko Perković Thompson’s concert at the Zagreb Hippodrome. But this isn’t just any concert film – Steve is on a mission to expose the media witch-hunt surrounding Thompson, calling it “jugocommunist propaganda”!
Who is Steve Ravić and why does this matter? Steve is a seasoned filmmaker known for his work on music videos, documentaries, and feature films. His production company, Majestic Film, has won awards at Cannes and Los Angeles film festivals. This time, he’s focusing on Thompson, a Croatian musician who sparks strong opinions – you either love him or hate him.
What will the film show? The documentary will cover the entire concert, including all 12 songs from Thompson’s new album, and capture the spirit of his fans. Steve is calling on everyone traveling to the July 5th concert in Zagreb to share their stories and adventures, aiming to create a global documentary that shows the real picture, not the media spin.
Media witch-hunt and fake news? Steve openly accuses media outlets and journalists of spreading false stories about Thompson, motivated by hatred towards Croatia and jugocommunist narratives. He sees it as his duty to expose these lies and offer a different perspective.
Bigger picture: art, politics, and support Besides Thompson, Steve collaborates with renowned Croatian-Australian artist Charles Billich, whose documentary “Billich Beyond the Canvas” tackles the theft of artworks in Croatia. He also supports other Croatian film projects, like the movie about the legend Diva Grabovčeva, which received government funding.
Why does this matter? Because it shows how culture, politics, and media intertwine in Croatia and the diaspora. Steve Ravić isn’t just making a concert film; he’s exposing media manipulation and giving a voice to those often ignored or misrepresented.
Conclusion If you thought Thompson was just a musician, think again. This documentary might change how you see the whole story. And if you’re at the concert, your story might just be part of a film shown worldwide.
Meanwhile, as we wait for the film, take a look at your favorite media outlets and ask yourself – how much truth is there, and how much spin? And if you have a wild Thompson concert story, you know where to share it. Just don’t overdo it – or maybe that’s exactly what you want?
Either way, this is a story that will be talked about for a long time. Will you be part of it?
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