The Idealist
Idealist
Synopsis
The movie based upon the classical Slovene novel Martin Kačur, depicts the clash between the teacher Martin Kačur and his conservative environment. Due to his progressive ideas, he is transferred to a small town. The village environment is even more depressing than his former surroundings were, as the influence of both the secular and the Church authorities is even greater in the country. Even though Martin meets Tončka and the two of them get married, he gradually becomes a disillusioned and embittered man. In time, when society's strictures become somewhat milder, Martin is transferred to a more friendly environment, but all the injustices he has experienced have already bitten too deep. Unlike his wife, Martin finds it very difficult to accept changes. When his son dies, it seems as though he has lost all his elan and the will to live. Will he be able to go on bringing the light of knowledge to the ignorant masses, or will his ideals be buried forever like a man in a snowdrift?
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Radko Polič
Martin Kačur
Milena Zupančič
Tončka
Dare Ulaga
Ferjan
Stevo Žigon
Priest from Zapolje
Arnold Tovornik
Priest from Blatni Dol
Bert Sotlar
Mayor from Blatni Dol
Janez Albreht
Grajžar
Marjeta Gregorač
Minka
Janez Bermez
Maks Bajc
Marija Benko
Janez Rohaček
Teacher from Zapolje
Tomaž Pipan
Lojze Sadar
Mila Kacic
Aleksander Krošl
Boris Kralj
Dare Valič
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Igor Pretnar
- Screenplay & Story
- Igor Pretnar, Ivan Cankar, Vitomil Zupan
- Original Score
- Bojan Adamič
- Original Title
- Idealist
- Country of Origin
- Yugoslavia
- Spoken Languages
- Slovenian
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Production Studios
- Viba film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Igor Pretnar
Igor Pretnar, Ivan Cankar, Vitomil Zupan
Bojan Adamič
Mile de Gleria
Dušan Povh
Department Leadership Roster
Igor Pretnar
Director
Igor Pretnar
Writer
Vitomil Zupan
Writer
Bojan Adamič
Original Music Composer
Mile de Gleria
Director of Photography
Dušan Povh
Editor
Mirko Lipužič
Production Design
Alenka Bartl
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Idealist.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Idealist
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What is The Idealist about?
The movie based upon the classical Slovene novel Martin Kačur, depicts the clash between the teacher Martin Kačur and his conservative environment. Due to his progressive ideas, he is transferred to a small town. The village environment is even more depressing than his former surroundings were, as the influence of both the secular and the Church authorities is even greater in the country. Even though Martin meets Tončka and the two of them get married, he gradually becomes a disillusioned and embittered man. In time, when society's strictures become somewhat milder, Martin is transferred to a more friendly environment, but all the injustices he has experienced have already bitten too deep. Unlike his wife, Martin finds it very difficult to accept changes. When his son dies, it seems as though he has lost all his elan and the will to live. Will he be able to go on bringing the light of knowledge to the ignorant masses, or will his ideals be buried forever like a man in a snowdrift?
Who directed The Idealist?
The Idealist was directed by Igor Pretnar.
Who stars in The Idealist?
The principal cast of The Idealist includes Radko Polič, Milena Zupančič, Dare Ulaga, Stevo Žigon, Arnold Tovornik.
When was The Idealist released and how long is it?
The Idealist was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.
Who composed the musical score for The Idealist?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Idealist was composed by Bojan Adamič.
Is The Idealist based on a book or true story?
The Idealist is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ivan Cankar".