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Czech Choir Drama 'Broken Voices' Wins Top Awards
2 Feb
Summary
- The film won best European film at Karlovy Vary Film Festival.
- It earned 13 nominations for the upcoming Czech Lion Awards.
- The drama explores abuse within a 1990s Czech girls' choir.
The Czech drama "Broken Voices," directed by Ondřej Provazník, has received widespread recognition, securing the Europa Cinemas Label for best European film at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival and a best film award at the Oldenburg Film Festival. The film is a leading contender at the upcoming Czech Lion Awards, boasting 13 nominations across various categories. "Broken Voices" achieved significant box office success in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, surpassing €1 million.
The narrative unfolds in a renowned girls' choir during the 1990s Czech Republic. It centers on Karolína, a thirteen-year-old whose exceptional voice attracts the attention of a charismatic choirmaster. The film, inspired by the Bambini di Praga case, examines the precarious line between innocence and abusive power dynamics, portraying the lasting impact of childhood experiences and the hidden darkness within elite environments.
