Our Lovely Pig Slaughter Q&A with Adam Martinec

The women cry over onions in the kitchen, united in exasperation with their men, the men, led by recent widower Karel, drink plum brandy outside getting ready for a pig killing. This is an annual gathering when family comes together to reconnect and enjoy great food. But this year family tensions are high and things do not go according to plan. Karel’s daughter Romana misses her mother, her sister’s marriage is on the rocks, grandpa doesn’t want to do any more pig killings while the butcher hides the fact that the ammunition is damp and a nosy neighbour plans to report the illegal slaughter. Amidst the chaos, six-year-old Dusik goes missing. Inspired by Miloš Forman’s film and Bohumil Hrabal’s poetics, the director unveils the Czech temperament, creating a poignant comedy full of slapstick moments, searing humour and great empathy amidst gender and generational divides. With strong visuals, an atmospheric soundtrack, and a fantastic array of non-actors, this remarkable debut blends the tragic and comic undertones.

Adam Martinec, Czech Republic 2024, 84´, English subtitles
Cast: Karel Martinec, Miloslav Čížek, Pavlina Balner, Aleš Bílík, Karin Bilíková

Karlovy Vary International Film Festival 2024
A Special Award Karlovy Vary International Film Festival 2024

Admission:
Adult - £12.00
Member Ticket - £10.00
Carer (CEA Card) - £12.00