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The Basics of Killing
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The Basics of Killing

2017-10-12 · 99 min · ★ 5.0

Drama

The focus is on the disintegration of an idyllic relationship between parents, Marko and Dunja. This is due to a lack of respect, caused by loss of employment and a financial breakdown. In time, the parents are no longer able to bear their burden, which is thus increasingly weighing their children down. In Slovenia, the story from The Basics of Killing occurs on a daily basis, but it could happen anywhere. To those familiar with the phenomenon, the film will be a painful experience, to others, may it be a warning.

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Directors
Jan Cvitkovič
Production companies
Pilon Media, Perfo Production
Countries
Slovenia, Serbia
Status
Released

Top Cast

Primož VrhovecPrimož VrhovecMarko
Irena KovačevićDunja
Miha KošecTaras
Ula GuličMala
Borut VeselkoBorut VeselkoŠef
Vlado NovakVlado NovakRavnatelj
Marjuta SlamičMarjuta SlamičManica
Eva StražarVerena
Ludvik BagariLudvik BagariMozakar
Nataša BurgerNataša BurgerMozakarjeva žena

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