It was alleged that Okru had misled the participants about the nature of the event, luring them with promises of modeling contracts and lucrative deals. Many of the participants reported being misinformed about the conditions and duration of their stay, with some even being forced to sign contracts in a language they did not understand.

The event was organized by a private company called "Okru," which claimed to have received over 100,000 visitors during the exhibition's run. The visitors paid a substantial entrance fee to observe the humans in their "natural habitat," with some even taking part in guided tours and workshops.

In the aftermath of the event, several investigations were launched into Okru and the Human Zoo's organizers. The company's CEO, Marcus Urban, was criticized for his role in the event, and Okru faced significant financial losses.

Adria's mixed heritage makes her a target in a region torn by ethnic conflict. The Berlinale describes her as a "product of the imaginary borders," searching for her place in a world that views her as an outsider.

is a 2009 non-linear drama directed by and starring Rie Rasmussen, exploring the life of an illegal immigrant traumatized by the Kosovo War. The film, which features graphic violence and was produced by EuropaCorp, follows protagonist Adria Shala across past events in the Balkans and her present life in Marseille. For more details, visit The Hollywood Reporter Screen Daily Human Zoo | Reviews - Screen Daily Feb 6, 2552 BE —

: Human zoos often involve the exhibition of individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, leading to concerns about cultural appropriation and stereotyping.