PODCAST| Matt Micucci interviews Michal Duris, director of the film Warm Comedy About Depression, Madness and Unfulfilled Dreams.
An interview with director Michal Duris, from Slovakia, who was selected to be part of Future Frames at the 53rd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. European Film Promotion (EFP) presents ten outstanding young directors from Europe with their latest work at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival every year. Duris’ film is called Warm Comedy About Depression, Madness and Unfulfilled Dreams.
Warm Comedy About Depression, Madness and Unfulfilled Dreams: States of depression or mild insanity shouldn’t immediately be viewed as something negative. Talented director Michal Duris portrays a family whose members have known each other for so long that it’s difficult to differentiate between love and cabin fever. Everyone will experience a crisis at some point in their lives, but it’s important to talk about it. Even if it means potential dialogue will be replaced with sticky notes.
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