Folk Play
Folk Play

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Folk Play

2016
Movie
107 min
Serbian

About a strange love triangle - or about two people who are in love and a third person who is in their way. "The Folk Play" by Olga Dimitrijevic is adapted by Bojana Lazic, and Slobodan Obradovic.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Anna OdellGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A young woman named Ida gets fired from her job and finds herself unable to afford her rent. Desperate, she decides to pose as a journalist investigating a new Swedish phenomenon: young women who are allegedly becoming radicalized and joining ISIS. Her investigation takes her to unexpected places and leads her to question her own identity and place in society.

Critical Reception

Folk Play was met with a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics often praised its unique premise and Odell's bold directorial style, though some found its narrative structure occasionally disjointed. Audiences appreciated its exploration of contemporary social issues through a darkly comedic lens.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its daring and unconventional approach to exploring complex social themes.

  • Noted for its strong lead performance and satirical humor.

  • Some critics found the film's narrative to be ambitious but somewhat uneven.

Google audience: Information not available.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Dragon Award Best Nordic Film at the Göteborg Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Anna Odell previously gained attention for her 2013 film 'The Reunion,' which also explored social dynamics and identity within a Swedish context.

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