Discovering a Slovenian Classic: Ko zorijo jagode (1978) Released in 1978, (widely known by its English title, Strawberry Time ) stands as one of the most iconic pieces of Yugoslavian (specifically Slovenian) youth cinema. Directed by Rajko Ranfl and based on the popular 1974 novel by Branka Jurca, the film remains a cultural touchstone for its frank and, for its time, daring portrayal of teenage awakening. The Story of Jagoda Kopriva
The film follows , an eighth-grade student in Ljubljana navigating the turbulent waters of puberty. Like many teenagers, Jagoda is caught between the comforts of childhood and the complexities of adulthood. Her journey involves: ko zorijo jagode 1978 ok ru top
: She experiences the thrill and heartbreak of young romance, particularly with her boyfriend Dragi (played by Metod Pevec) and her classmate Nejc (Roman Goršič). Discovering a Slovenian Classic: Ko zorijo jagode (1978)
The film features a memorable cast that helped cement its status as a classic: as Jagoda Kopriva Roman Goršič as Nejc Like many teenagers, Jagoda is caught between the
Reviewers from Kinodvor note that it is "a youth film that we simply couldn't make today," reflecting how much societal standards have shifted since the "free love" era of the late 1970s. Cast and Production Details