Synopsis

A modern version of the story inspired by Verdi’s opera “La forza del destino”. The story, set during World War II in Italy and San Diego, follows two friends who becomes enemies during war. It was filmed around the world: in Slovenia, Spain and USA. In Istria, it was filmed in Buje, Dajla and Grožnjan. Famous Ennio Morricone composed the music.

details

Original title: A Time of Destiny

Year: 1988

Country of production: USA, Yugoslavia

Production: Alive Enterprises, Columbia Pictures, Lantana Productions

Genre: war drama

Directed by: Gregory Nava

Starring: William Hurt, Timothy Hutton, Francisco Rabal, Melissa Leo, Predrag Petrović

Filming locations in Istria: Buje, Dajla and Grožnjan

Other locations: Kopar, Sečoveljske solane Nature Park, Piran, Vizcaya, Basque, Camp Pendelton military base, California, Mission San Juan Capistrano, California, Mission San Luis Ray, California, Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, Campo and San Diego, California