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Kára plná bolesti

Name: Kára plná bolesti
Released: 1986-02-01

1986

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Slovak

War takes its cruel toll, which everyone must pay. It hits a small Slovak village especially hard, where the struggle for a bare life becomes a test of human character. For two impoverished friends, Jakub and Maja, struggling through poverty is more than difficult. Jakub delivers sour milk from somewhere on his cart to the entire village and lives in a dilapidated house with his sister Tereza, whose caregiver and guide through life is the experienced woman Mara, who provides herself with money from seduced soldiers. Maja, on the other hand, is a foundling and homeless man who does whatever he can to survive the next day. The only consolation for the two inseparable friends are the circulating tales of a kind of promised land, where there is no poverty or hunger, and where they could both go. Only this vision, this idea alone keeps the two of them and the rest of the village on their feet, and gives them hope for a better tomorrow.

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IMDb7.3/10

Director: Evzen Illin•Genres: Drama

Plot Summary

A story about the fate of a man and his family during the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia. The film focuses on the personal struggles and moral dilemmas faced by individuals caught in the extraordinary circumstances of war. It delves into themes of resistance, collaboration, and the enduring human spirit amidst oppression.

Critical Reception

The film was a significant Czech production addressing the sensitive topic of the occupation. It received a generally positive reception for its emotional depth and performances, though some noted its somber tone. It is considered a notable contribution to Czech cinema's exploration of historical trauma.