Consequences (2018 film)

Consequences (Slovene: Posledice) is a 2018 Slovenian teen drama film directed by Darko Štante. The film stars Matej Zemljič as Andrej, a troubled teenager who is sent to a youth detention center. The film explores themes of identity, sexuality, violence, and the search for belonging among marginalized youth.

The plot follows Andrej as he navigates the harsh environment of the detention center and becomes entangled with Željko, the charismatic but dangerous leader of a group of delinquents. Andrej's struggle to define himself within this power dynamic forms the core of the narrative. The film portrays the difficulties faced by young people in finding acceptance and dealing with their inner demons.

Consequences received critical acclaim for its realistic depiction of juvenile delinquency and its powerful performances. It was selected as the Slovenian entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 92nd Academy Awards, but it was not nominated. The film has been praised for its raw and unflinching portrayal of life in a youth detention center and its exploration of complex moral issues.