O Baripen
O baripen – Odkaz Eleny Lackovej
Synopsis
The TV biopic maps the fate of Roma writer Elena Lackova in an intimately personal way. As viewers, thanks to the author's authentic voiceover and preserved archive footage, we delve into her memories of the Holocaust and the communist dictatorship in the context of the play Burning Gypsy Camp. We uncover the circumstances of growing up in a gypsy settlement, her first literary achievements, and her struggle to combine her personal and professional life. We also get to know her life story through her great-granddaughter and actress Alžbeta Ferencova, known as Zea or the serial Iveta (dir. Jan Hřebejk, 2022). The parallel between the life of the writer and that of her great-granddaughter, who also embarked on an artistic career and broke down stereotypes about the role of Roma women in society, creates a timely and transferable story. A crucial motif of the poetic film is also the unprecedented emancipation of the writer for the time.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vera Lacková
- Screenplay & Story
- Vera Lacková, Jana Ondrušová
- Original Score
- Jan Šikl ml.
- Original Title
- O baripen – Odkaz Eleny Lackovej
- Country of Origin
- Czech Republic, Slovakia
- Spoken Languages
- Czech, Slovak
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Media Voice, RTVS, Media Voice
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vera Lacková
Vera Lacková, Jana Ondrušová
Jan Šikl ml.
Dominik Jursa
Hana Dvořáčková
Jan Bodnár, Vera Lacková
Department Leadership Roster
Vera Lacková
Director
Jan Bodnár
Producer
Jan Šikl ml.
Original Music Composer
Vera Lacková
Producer
Vera Lacková
Screenplay
Jana Ondrušová
Screenplay
Hana Dvořáčková
Editor
Dominik Jursa
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for O Baripen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About O Baripen
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is O Baripen about?
The TV biopic maps the fate of Roma writer Elena Lackova in an intimately personal way. As viewers, thanks to the author's authentic voiceover and preserved archive footage, we delve into her memories of the Holocaust and the communist dictatorship in the context of the play Burning Gypsy Camp. We uncover the circumstances of growing up in a gypsy settlement, her first literary achievements, and her struggle to combine her personal and professional life. We also get to know her life story through her great-granddaughter and actress Alžbeta Ferencova, known as Zea or the serial Iveta (dir. Jan Hřebejk, 2022). The parallel between the life of the writer and that of her great-granddaughter, who also embarked on an artistic career and broke down stereotypes about the role of Roma women in society, creates a timely and transferable story. A crucial motif of the poetic film is also the unprecedented emancipation of the writer for the time.
Who directed O Baripen?
O Baripen was directed by Vera Lacková.
Who stars in O Baripen?
The principal cast of O Baripen includes Not specified.
When was O Baripen released and how long is it?
O Baripen was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 52m.
Who composed the musical score for O Baripen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for O Baripen was composed by Jan Šikl ml..