Housing Benefit
Příspěvek na bydlení
“You print? I don´t.”
Synopsis
This stylised short film follows the unexpected intertwining of the fates of a young man, who applies for housing benefit during the day, and the clerk who processes his application. When they meet by chance in a bar that evening and events take an unexpected turn, they both end up in his flat. During their late-night conversation, the clerk reveals the absurdity of her daily work at the office – a world full of nonsensical rules, powerlessness and alienation, which is disturbingly reminiscent of a Kafkaesque labyrinth. This intimate drama, laced with black humour, shows that the victims of bureaucracy are not only its clients, but also those who carry it out.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
42. FAMUFEST
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lukáš Valíšek
- Screenplay & Story
- Jakub Haubert
- Original Title
- Příspěvek na bydlení
- Country of Origin
- Czech Republic
- Spoken Languages
- Czech
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- FAMU, Soundsquare
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lukáš Valíšek
Jakub Haubert
Helena Fikerová
Zdeňka Petrová
Vilém J. Dojiva
Department Leadership Roster
Lukáš Valíšek
Director
Jakub Haubert
Writer
Helena Fikerová
Director of Photography
Zdeňka Petrová
Editor
Vilém J. Dojiva
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Housing Benefit.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Housing Benefit
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Housing Benefit about?
This stylised short film follows the unexpected intertwining of the fates of a young man, who applies for housing benefit during the day, and the clerk who processes his application. When they meet by chance in a bar that evening and events take an unexpected turn, they both end up in his flat. During their late-night conversation, the clerk reveals the absurdity of her daily work at the office – a world full of nonsensical rules, powerlessness and alienation, which is disturbingly reminiscent of a Kafkaesque labyrinth. This intimate drama, laced with black humour, shows that the victims of bureaucracy are not only its clients, but also those who carry it out.
Who directed Housing Benefit?
Housing Benefit was directed by Lukáš Valíšek.
Who stars in Housing Benefit?
The principal cast of Housing Benefit includes Anežka Rusevová, Filip Týc, Štěpán Coufal, Štěpánka Pencová, Tomáš Karab.
When was Housing Benefit released and how long is it?
Housing Benefit was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 18m.