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Hopfensommer
Farmer Josef is down because of a heart attack. Who will bring in the harvest now? His wife asks his son for help. Karl, who once left the farm in a quarrel, rushes over and once again gets into a quarrel with his father - and into the confusion of love... A cliché brew of a Heimatfilm that is quite palatable, has a top cast and was filmed in an interesting region.
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Plot Summary
In a small village in Slovenia, Ana, a young woman, returns home after years away. She finds herself caught between her estranged father, a former resistance fighter, and the complexities of her past. The film explores themes of reconciliation, memory, and the lingering effects of historical trauma.
Critical Reception
Hopfensommer received a mixed reception, with praise for its atmospheric storytelling and strong performances, particularly from Edita Malovčić. However, some critics found the pacing to be slow and the narrative occasionally opaque.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its evocative atmosphere and emotional depth.
Noted for strong lead performances that anchor the film.
Criticized by some for a deliberate, slow pace that may not appeal to all viewers.
Google audience: Information not available.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film (Slovenia's submission).
Fun Fact
The film was Slovenia's official submission for the Best Foreign Language Film category at the 84th Academy Awards.
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