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Dolls

Karin BABINSKA

Czech Republic2007 99min 35mm Color Korean Premiere

Synopsis

Eighteen-year-old Ishka, Karolina and Vendula set out on a friendly road trip before they graduate from high school and begin the "turbid" grown-up life. Destination: The Netherlands. The truth is, their trip is more about "what may be out there" than "where they may end up." This all-female booze, tobacco and sex-ridden journey is supplemented by Ishka's brother Votia, whose presence sets off the trip towards a direction not found on the itinerary. This Czech production is a heart-wrenching road movie about rough, edgy experiences of growing up and of a painful yet sexy "coming out." All three female characters have to face their own demons: Vendula vs. wounded self-esteem; Karolina vs. unexpected love; Ishka vs. hidden desire. Won Czech Gay and Lesbian Film Festival's Jury Special Mention. (SOHN Hee Jeong)

Diretor

Karin BABINSKA

Graduated from the Prague film school FAMU, and majoring in film and television directing. She made several short films during her studies, of which Jacob and Veronica (1996) won several awards at international film festivals. She has been making TV spots.