Flavia
Flavia

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Flavia

1987
Movie
95 min
Italian

The slave Flavia works in a brothel of ancient Rome . It attracts the attention of the consul Valerius , a regular customer, who falls in love with her, inadvertently giving the start to a series of hidden envy and bloody clashes.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Darko LungulovGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In a socialist Yugoslavia struggling with economic instability and social change, a young woman named Flavia navigates the complexities of her personal life and dreams. She grapples with societal expectations, romantic relationships, and her own aspirations for a different future. The film explores themes of youthful rebellion, disillusionment, and the search for identity within a restrictive environment.

Critical Reception

Flavia received moderate attention upon its release, recognized for its portrayal of a specific social milieu and its focus on a young female protagonist. While not a major international success, it was noted within Yugoslavian cinema for its candid depiction of contemporary issues and its performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of Yugoslavian youth culture in the 1980s.

  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead actress.

  • Some critics found the narrative somewhat slow-paced.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented through major platforms like Google Reviews.

Fun Fact

Mirjana Jokovic, who plays Flavia, would later gain international recognition for her role in the film 'The Grand Day Out'.

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