A film by Alexandra Makarová
Drama  |  110 min  |  AT/SK 2025

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SYNOPSIS

AWARDS & NOMINATIONS

AWARDS & NOMINATIONS

In 1981 Vienna, Perla, an exiled artist and single mother, struggles to support her daughter, Julia, a talented young pianist. When Julia’s father, Andrej, claims to be seriously ill, Perla makes the dangerous journey back to communist Czechoslovakia, only to discover that he wants to force his way back into their lives. Pulled between past and present, Perla begins making reckless choices that jeopardise her future with her daughter.

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SYNOPSIS

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INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ROTTERDAM 2025
Tiger Competition

DIAGONALE 2025
Audience Award
Best Production Design
Best Costume

VENICE INT. FILM CRITCS' WEEK 2022
IWOLDERFULL Grand Prize
Silver Ship for the best One True Pairing assigned to a couple of characters

Nominated for Queer Lion

FESTIVALS

VENICE INT. FILM CRITICS' WEEK 2022
World Premiere

ZURICH FILM FESTIVAL 2022
Fokus Competition

REYKJAVIK INT. FILM FESTIVAL 2022
New Visions Competition

VENICE INT. FILM CRITCS' WEEK 2022
IWOLDERFULL Grand Prize
Silver Ship for the best One True Pairing assigned to a couple of characters

Nominated for Queer Lion

FESTIVALS

VENICE INT. FILM CRITICS' WEEK 2022
World Premiere

ZURICH FILM FESTIVAL 2022
Fokus Competition

REYKJAVIK INT. FILM FESTIVAL 2022
New Visions Competition

THOMAS PLUCH SCRIPT AWARD @ DIAGONALE '25

VENICE INT. FILM CRITCS' WEEK 2022
IWOLDERFULL Grand Prize
Silver Ship for the best One True Pairing assigned to a couple of characters

Nominated for Queer Lion

FESTIVALS

VENICE INT. FILM CRITICS' WEEK 2022
World Premiere

ZURICH FILM FESTIVAL 2022
Fokus Competition

REYKJAVIK INT. FILM FESTIVAL 2022
New Visions Competition

VENICE INT. FILM CRITCS' WEEK 2022
IWOLDERFULL Grand Prize
Silver Ship for the best One True Pairing assigned to a couple of characters

Nominated for Queer Lion

FESTIVALS

VENICE INT. FILM CRITICS' WEEK 2022
World Premiere

ZURICH FILM FESTIVAL 2022
Fokus Competition

REYKJAVIK INT. FILM FESTIVAL 2022
New Visions Competition

QUOTES

"It certainly establishes Makarova’s position as a promising talent to watch.Makarova’s sure hand as a director is evident." 
- (SCREEN DAILY)

"Perla is a masterclass in storytelling, blending sharp social commentary with an emotionally gripping narrative."
- (LOUD & CLEAR)

"Makarová crafts an intimate yet universally relatable narrative. Her connection to the story adds a unique depth, making the film a heartfelt tribute to women navigating the complexities of freedom and self-determination."
- (OVERLY HONEST)

"It challenges, enlightens, and inspires, leaving audiences with a profound appreciation for the resilience of those who dare to defy the constraints imposed upon them." 
- (OVERLY HONEST)

"Accompanied by beautiful cinematography, Alexandra Makarová's magnificent direction is meticulous, with attention paid to every detail." 
- (AMELIE MAG)

AWARDS & NOMINATIONS

AWARDS & NOMINATIONS