Cast
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Dorota Nvotová
as Ema
Ondřej Vetchý
as István Dano
Jana Hubinská
as Ema's mother
Mário Kubas
as Karel
Pavel Kikinčuk
as Karel's father
Dana Batulková
as Karel's mother
Lukáš Latinák
as Viktor
Tatiana Dyková
as Marie
Martha Issová
as Vera
Adéla Decastelová
as Magda
Noel Le Bon
as Owner of second-hand clothes shop
Kamil Švejda
as Golden Horses MC
Robert Geisler
as Golden Horses bassist
Miska Gadzor
as Golden Horses drummer
Lubomír Herman
as Golden Horses guitarist
Crew
Director
- Benjamin Tuček
Writer
- Benjamin Tuček
Producer
- Jaroslav Kučera
- Daniel Tuček
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Girlie examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Benjamin Tuček brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2002, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Girlie took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 83 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 129 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 32 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2002, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 30, 2002
- Runtime: 1h 23m