Country: Slovakia

Direction Péter Kerekes

Synopsis Cooking History (2009) delves into the unique experiences and stories of culinary professionals who have served in the armed forces across Europe. This documentary offers an insightful look into the lives of these dedicated individuals, highlighting their roles, challenges, and...

Direction Martin Sulík

Cast Marián Labuda · Roman Luknár · Zuzana Sulajová · Jana Svandová

Direction Marko Skop

Cast Milan Ondrík · Frantisek Beles · Zuzana Konecná · Lubomír Paulovic

Synopsis Let There Be Light (2019) follows Milan, a 40-year-old man who works in construction in Germany to support his family back in Slovakia. During a Christmas visit home, he uncovers a disturbing secret: his eldest son, Adam, is part of...

Direction Matús Vizár

Synopsis Pandas (S) (2012) presents a dystopian and irreverent vision of a world where pandas undergo a horrifying genetic transformation. This catastrophic event is the consequence of human interference, as the film portrays humans as the malevolent primates who have relentlessly...

Direction Ivan Ostrochovský

Cast Vlad Ivanov · Martin Sulík · Milan Mikulcík · Zvonko Lakcevic

Synopsis Servants (2020) unfolds in Czechoslovakia during the early 1980s, a period marked by significant turmoil within the Catholic Church. The communist regime imposes severe restrictions, threatening to suppress the Church unless it conforms to strict controls and curbs on religious...

Direction Jan Hrebejk

Cast Zuzana Mauréry · Zuzana Konecná · Csongor Kassai · Tamara Fischer

Synopsis The Teacher (2016) follows the tumultuous events that unfold after a new educator, Maria Drazdechova, joins a Bratislava suburban school in 1983. Her controversial conduct and a student's suicide attempt, potentially linked to her actions, prompt the school principal to...

Direction Peter Bebjak

Cast Tomas Mastalir · Emília Vásáryová · Zuzana Fialová · Andrej Hryc

Synopsis The Line (2017) follows Adam Krajnak, a family man and the leader of organized crime in the Slovakian-Ukrainian border region, as his life takes a chaotic turn. His eldest daughter is set to wed a local criminal named Ivor, while...

Direction Martin Sulík

Cast Peter Simonischek · Jiří Menzel · Zuzana Mauréry · Anna Rakovská

Synopsis The Interpreter (2018) follows the journey of 80-year-old Ali Ungar, who stumbles upon a memoir penned by a former SS officer detailing his wartime actions in Slovakia. As Ali delves into the book, he uncovers the chilling truth that his...

Direction Martin Sulík

Cast Jan Mizigar · Miroslav Gulyas · Martina Kotlarova · Attila Mokos

Synopsis Gypsy (2011) is a poignant tale that was chosen to represent Slovakia in the Best Foreign Language Film category for the 84th Academy Awards in 2012. The film delves into the life of a young Romani girl named Gypsy, who...

Direction Ivana Laucíková · Martin Snopek

Synopsis The Last Bus (S) (2011) kicks off with the onset of the hunting season, as the forest's inhabitants embark on a desperate journey for safety aboard a compact bus. However, their escape is abruptly halted when hunters intercept the bus...

Direction Péter Kerekes

Cast Luciana de Leoni D'Asparedo · Valentina Angeli · Alessandra Fornasier · Barbara Lutman

Synopsis Wishing on a Star (2024) follows the journey of Luciana, a talented astrologer from Naples, who possesses a unique ability to help her clients manifest their deepest desires. Her method involves guiding them on a special trip to a specific...

Direction Samuel Chovan

Synopsis Winner (S) (2021) follows the journey of a passionate artist who uses their creative talents to navigate the complexities of life and love. Through a series of heartfelt and visually stunning art pieces, the protagonist expresses their emotions and connects...

Direction Jirí Chlumský

Cast Ondrej Vetchý · Ina Marojevic · Vlado Cerny · Lubomir Bukovy

Synopsis Broken Promise (2009) chronicles the authentic narrative of Martin, a gifted Jewish soccer player, who must navigate perilous choices to endure the horrors of World War II. As he witnesses his family being sent to Poland, Martin bravely decides to...

Direction Ivan Ostrochovský

Cast Peter Baláz · Zvonko Lakcevic · Ján Franek · Stanislava Bongilajová

Synopsis Goat (2015) follows the story of Peter "Koza" Baláz, a former Olympic boxer who resides in a rundown housing estate with his partner, Misa. The couple is perpetually in financial distress. When Misa reveals she is pregnant and opts for...

Direction Peter Bebjak

Cast Noël Czuczor · Peter Ondrejicka · Wojciech Mecwaldowski · Jacek Beler

Synopsis The Auschwitz Report (2021) chronicles the authentic narrative of Freddy and Walter, two young Slovak Jews who were forcibly sent to Auschwitz in 1942. On April 10, 1944, following meticulous planning and with the support and fortitude of their fellow...

Direction Veronika Obertová

Synopsis Viliam (S) (2009) is a meticulously crafted film that employs intricate cut-out techniques, reminiscent of the Russian school of animation, to present a captivating and unsettling narrative. The story revolves around Viliam, a young boy with an insatiable passion for...

Direction Juraj Lehotsky

Cast Peter Kolesár · Iveta Koprdová · Zuzana Pohánková

Synopsis Blind Loves (2008) is a tender tale that delves into the intricate dance of love and joy, weaving together the lives of characters who navigate the delicate balance between reality and imagination. The narrative unfolds with a poetic sensibility, exploring...

Direction Juraj Lehotsky

Cast Bibiana Nováková · Robert Roth · Petra Fornayová · Josef Kleindienst

Synopsis Nina (2017) follows the journey of a 12-year-old girl named Nina whose life takes a dramatic turn when her parents decide to end their marriage. This intimate drama, directed by Juraj Lehotský, offers a unique perspective on the adult world...

Direction Tereza Nvotová

Cast Natalia Germani · Eva Mores · Juliana Olhová · Iva Bittová

Synopsis Nightsiren (2022) follows the journey of a young woman who goes back to her hometown nestled in the mountains, driven by a quest to understand the mysteries of her troubled past. As she delves deeper into her childhood, she finds...

Direction Ivan Ostrochovský · Pavol Pekarcik

Cast Nikita Tyshchenko · Viiktoria Mats · Yana Yevdokymova · Yevhenii Borshch

Synopsis Photophobia (2023) follows the harrowing journey of 12-year-old Niki and 11-year-old Vika, who seek refuge from the horrors of war within the confines of a Kharkiv metro station. For them, daylight represents imminent peril, forcing them to remain indoors under...