The Basics of Killing

5.0 (4 votes)• 2017• 99m•Released

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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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Languages: Slovenian

Director: Jan Cvitkovič

Starring Cast: Primož Vrhovec, Irena Kovačević, Miha Košec, Ula Gulič, Borut Veselko, Vlado Novak

Cast

Primož Vrhovec

Marko

Irena Kovačević

Dunja

Miha Košec

Taras

Ula Gulič

Mala

Borut Veselko

Šef

Vlado Novak

Ravnatelj

Marjuta Slamič

Manica

Eva Stražar

Verena

Ludvik Bagari

Mozakar

Nataša Burger

Mozakarjeva žena

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