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Commissioner Vašátko meets painter Horác while on vacation at a mountain cabin. A diverse group of guests has gathered here, ruled over by the aggressive and arrogant director Skorkovský, who humiliates and abuses his son with nonsensical orders. Horác takes this very badly, as do the others—but they are somehow indebted to the director. The tension in the cottage gradually increases, and the director is found dead. The police cannot get to the cottage because of a storm, so the experienced Commissioner Vašátko takes charge of the investigation. The cottage is full of people who have strong motives for murder...
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Plot Summary
This documentary follows the unusual relationship between the filmmaker Vít Klusák and his father, a former ski jumper who suffered a severe accident. Klusák attempts to understand his father's past and the impact of the accident on their family. The film explores themes of memory, identity, and the complicated dynamics between father and son. It offers a raw and intimate look at their shared history and the challenges of confronting the past.
Critical Reception
The film garnered significant attention for its personal and unflinching portrayal of a father-son relationship and the aftermath of a traumatic accident. Critics praised Klusák's bold approach to documentary filmmaking and his ability to elicit raw emotion. Audiences found the film deeply moving and thought-provoking, though some noted its challenging and intensely personal nature.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its deeply personal and unflinching exploration of a complex father-son relationship.
- Noted for Vít Klusák's bold and intimate directorial approach.
- Considered a powerful and emotional, though at times difficult, viewing experience.
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Awards & Accolades
Awarded at various film festivals, including the Jihlava International Documentary Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film is a deeply personal project for director Vít Klusák, as he explores his own family history and his relationship with his father, a former Olympic ski jumper who suffered a career-ending injury.
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