Program Note
As the film announces right from the start, it is based on the life of the real person Andrea Absolonová. It focuses on the period from 1996 to 2004, when she had to quit diving due to an injury and became a pornographic actress. The film is filled with dramatic elements: injury, disappointment, pornography, family conflicts, the eyes of the people, and more. While clearly addressing these aspects, the film portrays them calmly, without any sensationalism, leaving room for reflection on Andrea's choices and feelings. She is neither a pitiable victim nor a weak person pushed by fate; rather, the film subtly suggests that she is akin to a fighter. The direction conveys a respectful attitude towards her life, avoiding any hasty conclusions. This is particularly evident in the way director Natálie Císařovská skillfully navigates between fiction and documentary. This film marks her debut as a director of feature films. (Rhana JANG)